folliculitis

After pouring over the questions and posts on many websites last night upon discovering the MOST disgusting cauliflower-blister like reaction on my vagina after a Brazilian wax I decided to quell others' panic by posting this story.  I had swelling which was followed by a fever and folliculitis over a series of 2-3 days.   Part staph and part reaction to a common procedure I'd had done consistently for the past several years I was mortified and afraid.    Ladies, NOT TO WORRY! if you have recently waxed or exposed your pores to the flora on your skin on or around your vagina you could be experiencing what I have.  In absolute panic I read and read other people's reactions, Googled pictures etc- none which seemed as severe, painful or disgusting as mine.  Luckily I have the most knowledgeable, understanding, sweet and calming boyfriend ever and after assuring me that I wasn't broken, I went to urgent care where the Dr. treated me for staph - bred folliculitis with two antibiotics and antibiotic ointment topically.  These reactions can get UGLY and bad fast so be sure to take care of them but if you, like me, are panicking - there is no need it is NOT an STD, and soaking in the tub and applying ointment really will help.  I am sure these horrible cold-sore/large pimple like blisters and painful/embarrassing infection will clear asap and although I considered myself a "pro", I will not be having Brazillian waxes anymore!