Patient's question:
24 years oldThe day before the onset of this period, I suddenly felt a on the surface of the vulva near the root of the thigh, similar to lymphatic pain. When I gently pressed, there was a sensation of swelling. It disappeared with the onset of menstruation, so I didn’t take it seriously, thinking it was just a premenstrual symptom. However, when the period was almost over, the returned. Not only that, but I have no sexual experience, which made me feel even more puzzled... Is it due to endocrine reasons?
Doctor's answer:
The main causes of vaginal discomfort and pain include vaginal inflammation, external genital or vaginal tumors, and discomfort caused by sexual activity. For example, in cases like Sister Ying's, the discomfort in the vagina and external genitalia after menopause may be related to vaginal inflammation. The reason for developing vaginal inflammation after menopause is due to the decline in ovarian function, reduced estrogen levels, atrophy of the vaginal walls, thinning of the mucosa, decreased glycogen content in epithelial cells, increased vaginal pH, and reduced local resistance, making it easier for pathogenic bacteria to invade and cause inflammation. It is recommended to visit a gynecologist for a check-up.