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A 22-year-old female asked:
My left vagina lip is extremely swollen hard and sore, it really hurts i've also got a fever and feel quite unwell . what is it?
3 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in

Dr. Jeff Livingstonanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience
Herpes?: Lumps, bumps, blisters and other skin abnormalities on the genitals need to be evaluated. An examination will be needed to know the cause and treatment. You may be describing a herpes infection. This can present this way and cause fever and flu like symptoms on the first outbreak.
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Dr. David Barrereanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 10 years experience
Get evaluated ASAP: Your symptoms are concerning enough that you need to be evaluated by your physician immediately.
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Dr. Adam Kinganswered
Internal Medicine and Pediatrics 16 years experience
An infection: You are likely suffering from an infection. Should seek the help of a doctor in the next 24 hours. Ideally seeing an ob/gyn would be of benefit as you may need to have an incision of this sore.
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Last updated Jun 22, 2017
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