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Female, 21 yrs, normal cycles, heavy discharge. my genitals are getting very dark these days esp labia minora. what conditions cud cause this darkening?

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The most likely,,,: ...Cause is pigmentation caused by chronic irritation and/or moisture around the vulva. See your gyn.

Dr Samuel agreed

Answered 3/31/2013

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