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Noticed breakouts in vagina after a long run. Please help.

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Dr. Sonal Prasad

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Published At September 8, 2016
Reviewed AtJanuary 17, 2024

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Recently, I have started running long distances. I noticed breakouts in my vagina. Please assure me whether this is just from sweat or anything else.

Answered by Dr. Sonal Prasad

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

You are quite close. They are not due to sweat, but due to friction between your clothes and the growth studs of your vaginal hair. Small hair growths and follicles get caught between the threads of the fabric and pulled causing these eruptions. Wearing loose and skin friendly material like cotton will do the trick. Also, keep the area clean and dry.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Sonal Prasad
Dr. Sonal Prasad

Obstetrics and Gynecology

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