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Small part of my vaginal lips is swollen and irritated. is it because i don't wear underwear sometimes or im using harsh chemicals for whitening? help

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Dr. Arthur Heller answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Could be..: On glucophage (metformin) and bc for pcos? Had sex? Could be irritation, and/or possible std (sexually transmitted disease). Get examined.

Dr Raff agreed

Answered 4/1/2014

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