Jackson, TN
A 25-year-old male asked:

My vagina is swollen on the inside..this usually happens when im about to get on my period. whats wrong with it? no pain and not sore at all.

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Dr. Michael Sparacino
Family Medicine 39 years experience
Several things: This is a problem that necessitates a face-to-face meeting with your doctor. This will allow him/her to examine you, ask specific questions. And possibly order tests to find out what's wrong and what to do to help you.
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Last updated Mar 26, 2013

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