Pimple around Vagina

Vaginal pimples can be embarrassing and most women feel unclean when it occurs, but although different from blemishes on the face, they are almost the same. The only difference is that they have occurred on an inconvenient part of the body. They typically look like just another pimple with a blackhead or a whitehead. A person may develop just one or more than one and it usually appears around the vaginal area and not so much on the inside. Now, while vaginal pimples are not a serious condition, it is of paramount importance that you consult your doctor so as to rule out the potential of an STD or a sexually transmitted disease, especially if they occur in small clusters. In fact herpes and vaginal warts can be mistaken for pimples as they look almost the same.

Once this is ruled out you can begin on a course of treatment. Vaginal pimples can occur due to hormonal imbalances which occur during menstruation or pregnancy. It could also be due to an allergic reaction to the detergent or fabric softener used while washing your clothes. Tight clothes can also be a reason for a break out of pimples. An ingrown hair or a blockage of the sebaceous gland can also cause vaginal pimples. The best way to keep these pimples at bay is by keeping the area clean and dry. Wash the area with warm water and a mild soapy solution and wipe it dry to prevent bacterial growth. Do not pop the pimples at any cost as the discharge may infect the areas around it. Apply topical ointments only in consultation with your doctor. Your doctor would advice you on the usage of the ointment to be applied for the pimple. If severe, doctors sometimes prescribe birth control pills to regulate the hormonal levels, but you should not self-medicate as it may lead to other complications. Do not douche the area and keep the hair trimmed. Avoid wearing tight clothes and allow the skin to breathe as much as possible. Avoid using swimming pools and public baths in order to protect yourself from any possible infection and it best to not go in for bubble baths and soaks.

Consume a cup of yoghurt every day and make sure your diet contains fresh fruits and green leafy vegetables. Drink at least 5 litres of water every day to keep your body hydrated. This will also speed up the healing process.