What is a labial lesion?
Vulvar ulcers are sores that affect the vulva, which is the external part of the female genitalia. These sores may be very painful, or they may not hurt at all. Most vulvar ulcers are caused by sexually transmitted diseases ( STDs).
What does pediatric vulvovaginitis look like?
If your child has vulvovaginitis, they may have: itching in the vaginal area. some discharge from the vagina. redness of the skin between the labia majora (outside lips of the vagina)
What does labial adhesion look like?
The diagnosis is made by looking at the vulva, the name for the outside genital area of a female. A labial adhesion may look like a thin white line or a bridge of tissue that covers the opening to the vagina and/or the urethra (the tube that lets urine out of the body).
How are vulvar lesions treated?
A doctor may prescribe antiviral pills or shots to treat certain viral infections. If underlying immune or inflammatory conditions are causing vulvar ulcers, a doctor may prescribe steroids or topical corticosteroids. People with infections such as herpes and HIV often take daily medications indefinitely.
Can vulvar lesions be benign?
Common benign tumors of the vulva include the Bartholin gland cyst or abscess, epidermoid inclusion cysts, and angiomas. Many benign vulvar tumors are asymptomatic and are found only on self-examination. Depending on the type of lesion, most do not require excisional treatment.
Why is my daughter sore down below?
If your daughter complains of a sore bottom or is scratching her genital area, she may have vulvovaginitis, an inflammation of the vulva and vagina. It’s the most common gynecologic problem in young girls (particularly school-age girls), though it can occur at any age.
How can I treat my child’s vulvovaginitis at home?
Most girls can treat vaginitis with sitz baths….How Is Vaginitis Treated?
- Sit in a tub of plain (not soapy) warm water.
- Spread their legs so the water cleans the vaginal area.
- Soak for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Pat the vaginal area dry with a clean towel.
Can Vaseline help labial adhesions?
One option is to simply apply Vaseline® with pressure to the adhesions. Over time, the pressure and the Vaseline® may be enough to separate the adhesion. Estrogen cream (premarin cream) can also be applied. During several weeks of using the cream, the adhesions should soften and begin to separate.
Why does my daughter have bumps on her private area?
Vaginal bumps may be caused by sexually transmitted infections such as genital warts and genital herpes. Two common sexually transmitted infections can cause bumps around the vagina. These are genital warts and genital herpes: Genital warts: Small, flesh-colored lumps, these may have a cauliflower-like appearance.
When do labial adhesions occur in a child?
They occur most often in girls between 3 months and 6 years of age. If a girl has a labial adhesion, a parent or pediatrician may notice the vaginal opening looks partially or completely blocked, or see a white line when looking at the vulvar area.
What is the prognosis of labial adhesions?
Until a girl reaches puberty and estrogen levels increase, labial adhesions may occur more than once, and daily ointment application for 6 to 12 months may decrease recurrence. Riley at IU Health offers a broad range of supportive services to make life better for families who choose us for their children’s care.
What is herpes labialis and what causes it?
Herpes labialis is caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1). Infection with type 2 virus can also lead to (primary) herpes labialis, but this type rarely causes a relapse of the ailment. The primary infection with HSV-1 usually occurs before the age of 20 years.
How do urologists treat labial adhesions?
Pediatric urologists may use an office procedure like manual separation or in rare instances a short outpatient surgery to separate the labia. Barrier cream such as Vaseline ®, Aquaphor ® or triple antibiotic ointment is used once or twice a day for 6 to 12 months after adhesions are opened to prevent recurrence.