Question 1

My labia minora on one side is swollen. it just happened suddenly and no pain or discharge. help?

Accepted Answer

It's probably a Bartholin's cyst. It's usually self limited. If symptoms change, see a doctor.

Question 2

What if one side of the labia minora has swollen?

Accepted Answer

If there is swelling on the labia, then you need an exam to determine if there is any trauma or signs of an infection.

Question 3

Why does one side of my labia minora frequently get swollen and irritated?

Accepted Answer

It can occur with a Bartholin gland cyst or infection. A GYN MD exam can make that distinction in an office visit when the problem is visible.

Question 4

It seems only one side of my labia minora appears brown, swollen and itchy. 17 yrs of age, no other symptoms. what could this be? help!

Accepted Answer

If you are sexually active and had similar symptoms before, it may be herpes.  If it is only on one side, comes and goes and isn't painful, it could be a bartholin's  cyst or sebaceous cyst. You should see a doctor to get this checked out.

Question 5

Hello about two days ago i started feeling an itchy that was not accompanied by pain in one side of my labia minora and after examining in a mirror i see that onside of my labia minora is swollen. i have tried cold compress but it is still swollen?

Accepted Answer

It could be from local irritation or a  an insect bite. If the area is not red then use some OTC benadryl or cortsone cream on the area. If it does not get better in a couple of days the you will have to be seen by your MD

Question 6

One side of my labia minora has been quite swollen, and very painful. sexual activity isn't the reason for the swelling. i'm not on my period. help?

Accepted Answer

Yeast infection from taking antibiotics or a secondary infection. Or bacterial infection or an infected cyst.  Please get to a healthcare provider for assistance with diagnosis and treatment . Thanks for trusting in HealthTap !

Question 7

The left side of my labia minora is swollen and has almost invisible spots both outside and inside it?

Accepted Answer

Need your age to better answer also If you are sexually active. Trauma, infection  are two common problems.Please get to see your primary care physician or OB/GYN ASAP

Question 8

Hi dr. i have been suffering from a vaginal itch for the past three weeks. my discharge seems normal but it looks like the right side of my labia minora is swollen and uncomfortable. i tested for stis last week and results showed no illness. ?

Accepted Answer

If there is an associated discharge a yeast infection may be present and these can be passed back and forth between sexual partners. Your pharmacist can recommend a vaginal antiyeast cream and/or suppositories to try. Ask your partner if he has penile itching and,if he does,treat him.. If you have no significant discharge you may have lichen sclerosus which your gynecologist can diagnose.and treat

Question 9

Besides sex why is a labia minora red and swllen on both sides? can you have an infection. or can it be a reaction from swimming for 4 hrs.

Accepted Answer

The labia minora are very sensitive and can react for a variety of reasons, causing swelling.  Friction from intercourse, irritation from chemicals, or an infection can cause swelling and discomfort.  If there is any associated discharge, lesions, pain, or fever, then infection should be considered and the patient should be evaluated.  Taking advil or tylenol (acetaminophen) and sitz baths may relieve the discomfort.

Question 10

Labia minora very swollen?

Accepted Answer

It could be from irritation or infection.  You should be seen to determine which.

Swollen bumpy labia minora on one side only Why

My labia minora on one side is swollen. it just happened suddenly and no pain or discharge. help?

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What if one side of the labia minora has swollen?

Why does one side of my labia minora frequently get swollen and irritated?

It seems only one side of my labia minora appears brown, swollen and itchy. 17 yrs of age, no other symptoms. what could this be? help!

Hello about two days ago i started feeling an itchy that was not accompanied by pain in one side of my labia minora and after examining in a mirror i see that onside of my labia minora is swollen. i have tried cold compress but it is still swollen?

One side of my labia minora has been quite swollen, and very painful. sexual activity isn't the reason for the swelling. i'm not on my period. help?

The left side of my labia minora is swollen and has almost invisible spots both outside and inside it?

Hi dr. i have been suffering from a vaginal itch for the past three weeks. my discharge seems normal but it looks like the right side of my labia minora is swollen and uncomfortable. i tested for stis last week and results showed no illness. ?

Besides sex why is a labia minora red and swllen on both sides? can you have an infection. or can it be a reaction from swimming for 4 hrs.

Labia minora very swollen?

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