I have small bump near vagina that recur. How to treat it?

Question

Hello doctor,

I have a small bump-like structure near the vagina in the labia majora and minora (rarely). They are not at all painful or anything, but they just grow in size and after a few days go away.

Then a new one appears at a different spot, and it just remains for one to two months, and I am a virgin.

Please suggest what it could be.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

From your description, you might be having a few issues, such as:

A sebaceous cyst is a small, whitish or skin-colored bump. It is caused by oil trapped in glands under the skin. Not contagious or dangerous. It can become a bit larger, then flatten or disappear.
Folliculitis is a mild hair follicle inflammation caused by shaving, tight clothing, sweating, or friction. It may come and go in different areas. Usually not painful unless secondarily infected.
Epidermoid cysts are small, round, firm, mobile lumps under the skin. May slowly grow, then shrink or rupture.

Common on the labia majora because of the many oil glands there. Hidradenitis suppurativa mild early form. Usually starts around puberty and can be recurrent. Your next plan should be:

Keep the area clean and dry, and avoid harsh soaps or douching.
Avoid tight clothing or synthetic underwear; cotton is best.
Do not squeeze or scratch the bumps.
Warm compress for 10 to 15 minutes a few times daily if one swells.
If you shave or wax, pause for a few weeks to see if it improves.

See a gynecologist or dermatologist if bumps become painful, red, or filled with pus. And if they persist for more than a few months without improvement. Also, I suggest you get a simple physical examination from your doctor, which is usually enough for now.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.