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My labia minora look like chicken skin lots tiny lumps. when i pull the skin then some appear white. had normal smears. is it fordyce spots?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Get tested: 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. Fordyce spots are one possibility. An Obgyn would need to see the area and help determine the cause and treatment

Answered 3/22/2018

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A member asked:

My labia minora look like chicken skin lots tiny lumps. when i pull the skin then some appear white. had normal smears. is it fordyce spots?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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