Patient's question:
I am a 26-year-old female, and I have never had sexual activity. Lately, many small bumps have appeared in my groin area, which were itchy. After some time, they healed, but occasionally they still itch. Recently, another small bump has appeared. I also have bumps on my eyelids. One of them was squeezed, and there was some pus. I suspect I might have genital herpes.Doctor's answer:
No. You can use feminine hygiene wipes to clean it. Keep the area dry and clean. It is especially important to avoid wearing jeans. Vulvar itching is a symptom that can be caused by various factors. Local causes include special infections (such as fungal vaginitis, trichomoniasis, pubic lice, scabies, pinworms), chronic vulvar dystrophy, drug allergies or chemical irritation, poor hygiene habits, and skin diseases. Patients with chronic conditions such as diabetes, jaundice, leukemia, vitamin A deficiency, and vitamin B deficiency often experience vulvar itching. In some cases, there are no obvious local or systemic causes, which may be related to psychological or mental factors. Patients with this condition should identify the underlying cause and treat it accordingly.