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My inner vagina lip is burning/stinging. no bumps. only a little part that hangs down is burning/stinging. what's wrong ?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston
Obstetrics and Gynecology 24 years experience
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. When one area of the vagina has burning and stinging we get concerned for possible herpes infections.
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