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Lump in Labia
For the past few months I have noticed that during my cycle and for about a week or so after, i develop a lump in my left labia minora. I say 'in' because there is really no signs of it on the skin surface. It just looks like my labia is swollen. But you can feel the lump. I never really thought much of it because it went away. It was at most, uncomfortable but never interfered with my daily life. This month, however, I am in a lot of pain. The lump is noticably bigger and so much more than uncomfortable. It hurts to sit, to walk, to stand... just 'being' hurts. I am one of those people who will pass anything off as something else, rather than admit something is wrong.. but this is starting to worry even me....
when you get it checked do you mind sharing because i think im in a similar case as you are and im curious.
i made an appointment with my gyno... but they cant get me in until monday... so im just going to have to tough it out until then
You don't say exactly where it is, but from the rest of your description it sounds like it must be either an infection of a Bartholin's gland or a Skene's gland. Look them up to find which one corresponds with your location. Treatment for either includes soaking in a hot tub or applying a hot compress to the area. Infected glands need to drain to relieve the pressure. Good luck.
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