Patient's question:
Recently, I had surgery to remove an external vaginal abscess and recovered at home. After resting, I went to the hospital for a follow-up check-up, and the doctor said it was fine and that I had fully recovered. Now, I've started my period, and the abscess has recurred. It's only been 15 days. I want to ask if the doctor didn't remove it completely last time. Although I was told it might recur before the surgery, 15 days is too soon. What should I do now?Doctor's answer:
Currently, if the abscess is small, it can be treated conservatively with oral anti-inflammatory medication. It is recommended to wear loose underwear to avoid frequent friction and irritation, which may cause the abscess to enlarge or worsen the infection.Advice: Generally, surgical treatment is not recommended during the menstrual period. During this time, the body's immunity is low, and poor hygiene in the vaginal area increases the risk of infection.