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I have a boil on the inside of my labia. it is swollen and very painful to sit, walk or do daily activities. what should i do?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Bartholinitis: You should apply hot compresses to the boil and once it comes to s head see your gynecologist for possible draiage and treatment

Dr Munshower and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 5/23/2016

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