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Cyst or something else?? Help please

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laura41615
laura41615

Today i noticed a large weird skin growth on/near the opening of my vagina. Some background info is: I am 21 years old, I am on birth control pills, and I get frequent mild yeast infections before and after my period.

There is a small amount of pain when I press on it directly but if not, then I cannot tell its there. i can't tell if it is a cyst or not because it looks like normal skin? I have a picture from a couple of months ago (first) and a picture from today (second).

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  • Dr.Fernandez
    Dr.Fernandez laura41615

    Posted

    Hi!

    Nothing should be tender when pressed. A BC is more to sides. This looks like part of your hymen. The hymen changes over time, females don't entirely lose it. Also if you get frequent yeast infections this can cause a slight inflammation on your vaginal opening. It can also change in relation to your hormonal level.

    PD: If you are still concerned, or unsure, always go to your Doctor!

    Hope I helped!

    • tia70098
      tia70098 Dr.Fernandez

      Posted

      I have this same thing accept wayyyyy larger and my doctor told me the same thing. that is was my hymen. however mine gets bigger everytime I have a yeast infection. to the point that I hate my vagina.

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