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A 30-year-old female asked:
lymphedema on the loose skin of the labia after vulvar abscess surgery. it looks like a bartholin cyst but painless. how can i make it shrink?
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Dr. Brian Nguyenanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Heat packs and time: Healing is promoted by blood flow which can be enhanced with warmth and continued good health and exercise. Don't smoke and give it some time. Your body will reabsorb the fluid. Some compression to the area or a pillow to lift your bottom when you're sleeping may help the fluid travel back up. Good luck!
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Check-up: How high is fever? What colors is drainage from nose? There could be many causes. Illness in children is most likely a virus and symptomatic control is usually all that is needed. I would advise you to a make an appointment with his pediatrician if you are concerned.
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Dr. Andrew Shatzanswered
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