Clitoris and Inner Labia are swollen, sensitive and irriatated

[PC26]

My symptoms started with what looked and felt like a yeast infection under only the hood of the clitoris, once that cleared up I was still experiencing extreme sensitivity on the clitoris and/or the inner labia. My inner labia are swollen to some degree every day; sometimes sensitivity comes with this, sometimes not. When I say sensitivity I mean that every little hair, underwear or anything that touches my inner labia or clitoris is an irritant!! I can't wear underwear and I can only wear loose fitting clothing or the symptoms get worse. I've been dealing with this for 8 months now. I've seen 2 doctors and 1 specialist, none have really told me anything and all tests always come back negative (I was tested for herpes as well.) Even the yeast cultures come back negative.  I've been going to acupuncture for the last 2 months and the symptoms are decreasing, but at a very slow rate. I have taken Monistat, flagyl, cortizone (steroid) pills and cream and nothing has worked. The specialist has put me on a neurotransmitter medicine because she thinks the nerve endings in my vulva are misfiring, which sounds far fetched to me but at this point I'll try anything! I used to feel a rawness under the clitoris hood and between the inner labia a lot, but not as much sense I’ve been going to the acupuncturist, however- it is very rare that I feel any  itchiness. I have not experienced any colored discharge- though on bad days I do have more discharge then usual- but still clear. My acupuncturist and the specialist seem to think these symptoms are a result from having bladder infections in the past (I have a sensitive bladder), DOES ANYONE HAVE A SENSITIVE BLADDER, or have had many bladder infections in the past, and have similar symptoms as me? Also, I have noticed when the clitoris is bothering me- I sometimes have white spots under the hood of my clitoris. After close inspection, I have found these little white spots are NOT part of my clitoris and can be removed. Once it’s removed (very sensitive and somewhat painful to remove) it looks like what a blackhead would look like, but white….?! I clean myself regularly down there so to have any buildup, like this, is very weird. For the last couple of months I’ve been using non-fragranced baby wipes to clean under the clitoris hood and around the vulva area and I’m still seeing these little white spots. IF ANYONE HAS SIMILAR SYMPTOMS PLEASE RESPOND. I’m doing a follow-up visit with the specialist at UCLA Medical Center in 2 months.

Wishing hope on all those who understand.

PC26

[phree54]

OMG!  My clitoral pain started after a course of antibiotics for a sinus infection also!  I went ahead and used Monistat 3-day treatment after the 10 days of antibiotics as I can usually expect a yeast infection.  Then, 20 days ago I got this clitoral pain that was excruciating.  I no longer can wear underwear or pants, just a loose shift-like dress.  I am 58 and had a hysterectomy 7 years ago and a bladder sling 10 years ago.  I sometimes feel like I am having a constant orgasm without the enjoyment part.  It doesn't bother me at night though.  I am now bedridden and have an ice pack between my legs for relief during the day.  I cannot sit and walking irritates it.  I went to my PCP and she said maybe yeast infection (even though I had used Monistat.  3 pills and four days later, I could not stand the pain and went to a OB-GYN who got me in to see her the same day I called.  Oops I forgot to mention that my PCP prescribed 5% lidocaine for the pain and it didn't work.  Anyway, at the OB-GYN clinic the doctor said to be patient and it will go away.  Whatever "it"is.  I started crying because I couldn't stand the pain and no one was helping me.  She just turned and walked out the door.  Over that weekend I went to the NVA.org site (National Vulvodynia Association) and joined this Association after reading all this info on their site.  If you don't have a lot of money, they will still let you join for $15 instead of $45.  Believe me, it was worth it.  I got a list of OBGYNs that know about vulvar and clitoral pain.  One of the Drs. was in my area and that Monday morning I called at 8 am and was able to see her that same day.  I finally found someone who knew about what I was going through.  She scheduled an MRI and I had it this past Thursday and I am just waiting for the results.  I just need help with this pain.  I don't want to be in bed all the time with ice between my legs!  But, I do feel as though I am on my way to an answer.  I will keep you informed if you like.  We are close in age and we both got this after antibiotics for a sinus infection.  May I ask which antibiotics you took?  Anyway my main symptoms are a throbbing pain in my clitoris and pain in my vulva also.  Maybe it has to do with nerve endings.  I hope to hear back from you if you feel like it.

[DCS1949]

My symptoms, just like the others here, started a few days ago.  At first I thought I irritated things when I used this new shaving oil, however, the swelling, tenderness, itchiness and white stuff showed up yesterday.  So stayed up half the nite researching and found this site...thank goodness...but sounds like there is no easy fix.  Using mupirocin ointment on it now just to soothe it, but, not getting better.  I don't wear underwear...gave it up at retirement...lol.  I am 63 and still very active sexually, but, have not had sex since end of December so don't think this is related.  This has never happened to me before.  But, just did finish a round of antibiotics for a sinus infection.  I may have one yeast infection in my life, but, don't think this is it either.

[payalch]

pls let me know the treatment for ur problem if it has cured

[sjg3]

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[sjg3]

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[sjg3]

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