Your question is very similar to the one immediately before you from 'a scared woman'. These bumps don't sound much like herpes. As I told 'scared', herpes is the most common cause of genital ulcers (open sores) or superficial blisters or pimple-like lesions, but a rare cause of firm bumps. Herpes lesions are superficial; think of them as being 'on' the skin or mucous membranes; pimples, infected cysts, and the like are deeper--think of them as being 'in' the skin.) Also, cancer does not cause lesions like this. Almost certainly you have been having a localized infection like an infected cyst or mucus gland. See a health care provider to be sure, but in the meantime, I see no reason to be concerned about herpes, cancer, or anything serious.
Good luck-- HHH, MD
I seriously doubt it's anything like cancer, or anything serious.
I'm really only responding because I'm always amazed when people have to wait weeks to see their doctor. I've never, ever had that experience. If we have a problem, no matter how minimal, we can see our doctor that very day; if he doesn't have any openings, they'll work us in, we'll see whoever's on call, or we can go to their walk-in clinic. Granted, our doctors have always had big practices, but still. So, I'm curious--when you make these appointments, do you tell the receptionist you're having a problem, or do you just say that you need an appt? If the former, I'd look for a doctor who has more leeway in scheduling. If the latter, you probably have to just be a little more upfront and assertive, or find someone who has a different (better, friendlier) approach to patient care.
Good luck!