A 28-year-old female asked:
Swollen vulva i recently went to the doctor and they told me i had a uti they prescribed me sulfa tet and now my labia minora is swollen beyond means. its very painful to walk stand or sit. i am also experiencing the skin peeling off everytime i wipe. now
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Dr. Pouya Shafipouranswered
Family Medicine 25 years experience
Localized infection?: You might have a localized infection like an abscess (infected cyst). Apply some warm compresses to it and go see your doctor right away. If there's an abscess you would need incision and drainage and oral antibiotics usually won't work.
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