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I have boils appearing on my vagina each time i am about to do my monthly period. what is the possible cause of it and what is the remedy?

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Herpes must be R/O!: The most significant and common cause would be genital herpes. This must be excluded! other causes do exist. See your doctor!

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 7/6/2013

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A member asked:

I have boils appearing on my vagina each time i am about to do my monthly period. what is the possible cause of it and what is the remedy?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Dr Ali agreed

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