Various rashes in the intimate area are considered a cause for concern. Most often they are a sign of an infection that has entered the female body. Blisters on the labia are not that difficult to detect. This is because they usually itch and hurt, as they are easily injured by underwear.
There are many factors that can lead to this problem. Depending on why a strange rash appeared on the labia, inside of which there is liquid, a course of therapy is selected for the woman. This is done by the doctor after examining the area affected by the bubbles.
Causes
Blisters in the intimate area of women can occur due to a wide variety of reasons, among which, first of all, attention should be paid to the following:
- Allergic dermatitis. It can cause blisters on the pubis and vaginal area. This problem occurs mainly due to incorrectly selected intimate underwear. It may be made from low-quality materials or may not be the size that a woman needs. Among the main symptoms of allergic dermatitis, doctors identify itching, burning, peeling of the skin, the appearance of a rash, redness, swelling, and copious vaginal discharge.
- Thrush . The causative agent of this disease is yeast-like fungi. Dermatologists include white blisters on the genitals, small blisters, a burning and itching sensation in the lower abdomen, a whitish coating, as well as wounds and cracks caused by scratching. If there is any infection against the background of thrush, the disease can last a long time - with constant relapses. This leads to the inability to get pregnant.
- Genital herpes. Its causative agent is sexually transmitted herpes. The main symptoms of this disease are: filling of the blisters with white liquid, pain in the vagina, discomfort at the site of the lesion, periodic cramps, loss of strength and fever. It is impossible to completely get rid of the herpes virus, but modern treatment can put the disease into remission.
- Poor hygiene. Blisters in the vagina and groin often occur due to infrequent hygiene procedures. This is due to the fact that pathogenic microflora in this area develops very quickly, since some of the most favorable conditions for this have been created here.
- Pemphigus . It refers to autoimmune diseases that have an unclear etymology. At the same time, the doctor can detect small blisters not only in the groin area in women, but also around the anus, in the armpits, in the nose and mouth.
- Syphilis . This disease is dangerous because it can affect any organ of the body without exception, leading to serious consequences. Therefore, blisters in the vagina are not its only symptom. Other signs of the disease include joint pain, colds, ulcers, inflammation of the lymph nodes, etc.
Other possible reasons for the appearance of blisters in the groin area of women, dermatologists include furunculosis, hormonal imbalances, inflammation of the hair follicles, batholiths, molluscum contagiosum, Fordyce granules, papilloma virus, etc.
Bacterial vaginosis
Occurs when the composition of the vaginal microflora is disrupted - a decrease in the number of lactobacilli and the proliferation of microorganisms such as gardnerella, bacteroides or mycoplasma. This is manifested primarily by a change in the quality of vaginal discharge - it becomes abundant (especially after sexual intercourse) and has an unpleasant smell of stale fish. Often, the manifestations of bacterial vaginosis are limited to this, but in some cases a woman may experience itching, burning and swelling of the vaginal walls, as well as abdominal pain, reminiscent of a strong urge to defecate.
Symptoms and types of tests
On the genitals, blisters and vesicles most often occur in combination with other symptoms, among which it is worth paying attention to the following:
- Progression of the appearance of rashes, covering new areas of the body - the entire groin and thighs.
- Feeling of discomfort and pain. They interfere with a full life both when walking and sitting.
- The appearance of watery discharge, which is accompanied by swelling of the groin area and itching. Often, against this background, the patient suffers from redness and peeling of the skin.
- White bubbles and blisters on the labia or groin begin to fill with content.
- Over time, the rashes crack or become damaged, resulting in weeping erosions on the body.
- The appearance of purulent contents.
If any of the above symptoms occur, it is imperative to consult a doctor for advice and appropriate diagnosis. A patient with such problems must undergo the following types of tests:
- immunofluorescence analysis;
- linked immunosorbent assay;
- hormonal analysis;
- cytomorphological analysis;
- scraping analysis, etc.
Only after a specific diagnosis has been determined is it necessary to begin appropriate therapy for the disease.
The drug Cycloferon
Its active ingredient, methylglucamine acridone acetate, is a soluble synthetic analogue of the alkaloid from the Citrus grandis plant. It normalizes specific and nonspecific immunity, thereby increasing the body's resistance to bacterial, viral and fungal infections and providing an anti-inflammatory effect.
It should be noted that the advantage of “ Cycloferon ” is that in addition to the antiviral component, it contains an antibacterial antiseptic (benzalkonium hydrochloride). Thanks to this combination, the drug has a universal bidirectional effect, confirmed by leading medical specialists in Russia and abroad.
How to protect yourself and methods of prevention
In order to prevent the appearance of blisters on the labia, you must adhere to the following fairly simple recommendations from specialists:
- You should use contraceptives during sex. High-quality condoms help the best.
- Casual sexual contact with unfamiliar partners should be avoided.
- It is worth adhering to the rules of personal hygiene, using only individual products in the process.
- It is necessary to take care of strengthening the body by consuming vitamins, playing sports, and also organizing active recreation.
- If any signs of the disease appear, you should seek help from a doctor.
If you adhere to the above expert advice, you can protect yourself from adverse diseases of the genital organs.
Symptoms of genital herpes
The latent period of development of the genital herpes virus lasts 2-20 days. Such a long gap is explained by the individual characteristics of each person’s immunity. After this time, the following symptoms appear and last about two weeks:
- Redness and itching in the labia area
- After some time, small bubbles filled with liquid appear
- After 7-8 days, the balls begin to burst, liquid is released, and the bubbles dry out, after which crusts appear in their place after a while and disappear
- As the disease progresses, the lymph nodes become enlarged
- There may be an increase in body temperature, accompanied by aches, weakness, muscle pain, and deterioration in general condition.
These symptoms are characteristic of the acute stage or the initial introduction of the virus into the human body.
If a woman develops ulcers on her labia, this is a reason to immediately visit a doctor. In such a situation, you may need to consult a gynecologist, dermatologist, virologist, or gastroenterologist. A mandatory study to establish the correct diagnosis will be a blood test and bacteriological culture.
You need to rush to see a doctor if the following symptoms appear:
- The abscess does not disappear within a week, while its shape and color change, and purulent contents form in the middle
- Itching, pain, swelling appears
- A liquid appears in the middle of the bubble, which can be either transparent or cloudy, bloody
- The woman's body temperature rises, and nearby lymph nodes increase significantly.
Ways of transmission of the disease
The herpes virus is transmitted only by contact: during unprotected sexual intercourse, when personal hygiene is not observed, when a person uses other people's hygiene items (for example, a towel). A relapse of an existing disease can develop if the body’s defenses are weakened for some reason, for example, a woman is under stress for a long time or in the sun in the summer.
Treatment of blisters on the labia
A blister or rash on the labia minora can have different treatment options depending on what is causing the problem. The following treatment options for women in such situations exist:
- Changing the method of performing hygiene procedures. In some cases, the patient needs to replace personal hygiene products, razors or other devices that she uses. If this is done, the blisters on the genitals sometimes go away.
- Changing your lifestyle. During treatment, new sexual contacts should be avoided. This is due to the fact that in this case there is a high risk of re-infection, damage to the blisters or their spread to new areas. Also, doctors recommend avoiding stress and hypothermia.
- Replacement of unsuitable underwear. During therapy, you need to dress as correctly and comfortably as possible.
- Use of local drugs. If the disease is caused by herpes, you need to purchase drugs such as Tromantadine, Herpephone, Acyclovir and Famciclovir. Besides these, there are many other ointments, gels and creams that can help get rid of the disease.
- Use of vitamins. These drugs can strengthen the immune system, provoking it to fight the pathogen.
- Use of systemic means. They are necessary when the disease has led to serious consequences. These can be injectables, tablets or capsules.
- The use of surgical treatment. Some blisters, accompanied by pain and changes in the skin, contribute to further unfavorable appearance of the genitals. In order to reverse the effects of the disease, laser surgery or resurfacing methods are used. In addition to them, there are other ways to correct the condition of the skin and mucous membranes.
The choice of treatment method directly depends on the type of disease that led to the appearance of blisters on the labia.
Consequences of diseases of the female reproductive system
Thus, despite the differences in the causes of inflammatory diseases of the vagina, they all bring significant discomfort to a woman: no one likes unpleasant sensations in the intimate organs, especially those accompanied by vaginal discharge and an unpleasant odor. These diseases negatively affect a woman’s sexual and often social life, and can lead to depression and other mental disorders. In addition, inflammation can spread to the uterus with appendages and other pelvic organs and lead to infertility.
What tests to take if bubbles appear in the groin
Patients often ask about this when visiting their doctor.
Usually, a person is prescribed standard tests first. With their help, you can determine what the general condition of the body is. Also roughly suggest in which direction to conduct further diagnostic search.
After general tests, a genital smear is usually performed. Biological material obtained with its help is examined using several different methods. It is necessary to exclude viral, bacterial and fungal diseases. With the help of a smear, it is possible to exclude a fairly wide range of ailments in a short time. It usually includes almost all sexually transmitted diseases. In addition to a genital smear, you can take a scraping directly from the rash. In this case, the obtained biological materials are evaluated using the same techniques as for genital smears.
If STDs are excluded, the patient may be advised to donate blood for allergies if there are blisters in the groin. The study will help to accurately understand whether the patient’s body is in a state of allergization. If the answer is yes, your doctor may recommend allergen testing.
The effectiveness of Cycloferon
That is why the local use of this drug (Cycloferon liniment) makes it possible to successfully treat infectious inflammatory diseases of the female genital area with mixed infection.
For topical use in inflammatory diseases of the female genital area, Cycloferon is available in the form of liniment (liquid ointment) in 30 ml tubes. It comes with disposable applicators that allow you to independently administer the drug directly into the vagina and urethra.
The decision to prescribe Cycloferon liniment should be made by a doctor, however, the lack of toxicity and allergenicity allows you to use the prescribed drug independently.
The article was prepared based on materials from NTFF “POLYSAN” LLC.
