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Help, i have a small lump under my skin on my vaginal area. it is hard and very painful. i cleaned it with alcohol and tried to cut into it. what is?

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Cyst: It may represent a cyst or small abscess. Do not try to lance this at home. See a physician who may anesthetize it and perform an incision and drainage if necessary.

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/6/2013

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