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What causes burning vaginal sores and lumps on the vulva?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have an infection with symptoms I am unsure about, including sores that resemble ulcers, a lump on my vulva lip, and burning. What could this be?

Please help.

Answered by Dr. Ali Osman

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Ali Osman is a dedicated obstetrics and gynecology specialist committed to providing compassionate and comprehensive care for women at every stage of life. He has experience in managing a wide range of women’s health concerns, including pregnancy care, menstrual disorders, reproductive health, and gynecological conditions. Dr. Osman focuses on patient education, preventive care, and personalized treatment plans to ensure the best possible outcomes. Known for his supportive and professional approach, he strives to create a comfortable environment where patients feel heard, respected, and confident in their healthcare journey.      

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I went through your query.

Let me explain that there are different causes of vaginal discharge:

1. STD (sexually transmitted disease)- related causes include:

1. Gonorrhea.

2. Chlamydia.

3. Trichomonas vaginalis.

2. Non-STD-related causes include:

1. Bacterial vaginosis.

2. Candidiasis (yeast infection).

When treating discharge caused by STDs, it is important to treat your partner as well. However, for non-STD-related discharge, treating the partner is not necessary.

For fungal or yeast infections, the symptoms typically include:

1. White, thick discharge.

2. Mild to moderate amount.

3. Associated with a smell and itching.

4. Not linked to sexual activity.

I recommend the high vaginal swab test.

For treatment, you can take a tablet of Clotrimazole (antifungal) 100 mg vaginal tablet, inserted nightly for eight days. If you prefer not to use tablets, you can apply Canesten cream (1 percent Clotrimazole) to the introitus before bed.

You should start feeling better after beginning this treatment.

Kindly consult a specialist, talk to them, and take medications with their consent.

I hope this information is helpful.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Ali Osman
Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At November 7, 2024
Reviewed At November 7, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Ali Osman is a dedicated obstetrics and gynecology specialist committed to providing compassionate and comprehensive care for women at every stage of life. He has experience in managing a wide range of women’s health concerns, including pregnancy care, menstrual disorders, reproductive health, and gynecological conditions. Dr. Osman focuses on patient education, preventive care, and personalized treatment plans to ensure the best possible outcomes. Known for his supportive and professional approach, he strives to create a comfortable environment where patients feel heard, respected, and confident in their healthcare journey.      

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Ali Osman is a dedicated obstetrics and gynecology specialist committed to providing compassionate and comprehensive care for women at every stage of life. He has experience in managing a wide range of women’s health concerns, including pregnancy care, menstrual disorders, reproductive health, and gynecological conditions. Dr. Osman focuses on patient education, preventive care, and personalized treatment plans to ensure the best possible outcomes. Known for his supportive and professional approach, he strives to create a comfortable environment where patients feel heard, respected, and confident in their healthcare journey.      

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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