Is herpes virus infection the cause for lumps in the vaginal wall?

Question

Hi doctor,

I am 2 months post-childbirth. A few days back, I have noticed that inside the opening of my vagina, about three main pea-sized lumps were coming out, and when I spread further, I saw more pea-sized lumps, but they were not coming out as much as the others. I have no pain, discomfort or any odor, or irritation. It is just these coming out of my vagina and around the walls. I have had sex about three times post-childbirth before this has developed. I had just one initially, but now I have so many. Would you please tell me what is going on?

Please help.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Thanks for trusting us about your health care.

I have gone through your history and images (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and understand your concerns.

Your images are suggestive of polyp or herpes virus infection.

Do you have any symptoms?
Do you have any discharge?
Have you practiced unprotected sex?
Are you on any medication?
Is your delivery a normal vaginal delivery?

I hope to hear from you soon.

I hope you found it useful. Feel free to ask for more information.

Good luck.

Regards.

Answer 2

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Thanks for replying back.

It is most likely a vaginal polyp. A polyp is a benign growth in the vagina hanging with the help of stalk into the cervical canal. You can go for a hysteroscopy to see (confirm the diagnosis), remove the polyp, and send the tissue for investigation. It may cause severe bleeding, and sometimes it may be shed during menstrual bleeding.

I hope you found it helpful.

Regards.