Hi!
Crohn's is a real pain! It sounds to me like you have hidradenitis supperativa. That is a problem in which the sweat glands in the pubic and axillary areas develop recurrent infections. I have had some luck with topical Cleocin T1%. This is a topical antibiotic.
A dermatologist could also discuss laser with you--I've heard there are some new laser treatments that work pretty well.
As far as the fistula, you can still use tampons. With the drainage, it is incredibly hard to control vaginal infections. If you wanted to consider having it corrected, a gynecologic oncologist would be the person to consult with. As you are probably aware, there is not a super great chance for success given the Crohns. If you don't have it corrected, I would just suggest rigorous hygeine--with once daily sitz baths. Probiotics are good for IBD and might also help keep the incidence of yeast infections down.
You probably should NOT douche more than once per month, and if you do use tampons, be sure to change them frequently. Any prolonged pressure could cause problems.
Good luck!
Dr B
I too have read most of the comments about lumps in the vaginal area. Currently, I have a lump between my thigh and vaginal opening, it is about the size of a small gumball and kind of tender. I'm still a virgin and it is extremely embarrassing to tell my mom. I have had staph twice in two years and I'm not sure if it is that or an abcess. It is red and tender, but there isn't a head to pop it or anything. Can someone please explain to me what it is? And possibly how to get rid of it on my own?
Hi ,
Hi iam having same problem.those bumps comes around before my periods and go after 5-6 days .They are always tender, pea size, and open and drain (puss/blood).Every month this happening when i consult every gyn they just blow of telling me maybe ingrown hair but it is not.I thought it is infection and my pap came normal .Iam hygene freak then also these appears .Any one have any idea. Is it a skin problem or haromones?
my medical condition hypothyroid.
Can these infections in any way adversly effect my boyfriend if he comes in contact?
Thank you for your response. I got more information from you then I have gotten from my GYN in years.