Hi, I have suffered with acne around my vaginal area for the last couple of years. I am DESPERATE to fix my problem.. After years of suffering with this, I am now seeking help. Naturally with todays technology my first stop would be the internet. My area around my vagina has experienced cysts and acne throughout the past decade. This has left scarring and some deep and deforming and some with dark pigmentation. I have stopped shaving and waxing because I am scared it will irritate my issue further. This limits me in many ways and I have pain when the pimples are placed in a bad position because it will hurt to walk. I do have thick hair as I am middle eastern and this causes me to have many ingrown hairs but I feel my skin is the real problem. Also, the area on my labia is very dry and scaly on both sides. I have taken a picture to show how severe my problem is. Around the top you can see the scaly skin and if it is touched/itched it turns white. It also itches very badly. I do not have any sexual intercourse so I do not think this is STD related. Sometimes a pimple will be as big as a marble and it will be hard with no head to pop. I usually let them go away by themselves but they still result in horrible scarring. I want more than anything to feel healthy and have clear skin, especially in this area. Please direct me in what to do to pursue fixing my problem. This had caused me to feel so depressed and can potentially ruin my marriage, as I am currently engaged.HERE is the link to a picture of my issue: (I must warn you, it is graphic and not pleasant)
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Ive had this problem for so long now! I feel so embarrased by it and sometimes I can hardly walk too. Blood gets on my underwear when a pimple pops and it sucks! Im 15 and Im scared that the first time I have sexual intercourse the other person will be grossed out. Over the past few years this has gone on and it leaves dark spots and scars. /.
Hi,
I know I'm posting a reply a tad late to your post. I hope you have already found a cure for the condition. If not, then try washing the labial area with a 10% Benzoyl peroxide wash such as Panoxyl or Nixa on alternate days while you shower. Apply the liquid wash, let sit for around 20 seconds, then wash off with warm water. After shower, don't forget to moisturize the area with a non comedogenic moisturizer such as Neutrogena Hydro boost (you can use either the body lotion or the one meant for the face, the entire range is non comedogenic). Also, try taking these tablets called Nature's Cure. It's a homeopathic medicine and has no side effects. They are available on Amazon as a 30 day supply that comes with a cream as well for quick fixes. Remember that all these anti acne products can have a drying effect on your skin, so it's important to moisturize your skin regularly with a non comedogenic moisturizer after shower. Also, try to eat healthy, non-greasy foods and exercise moderately for better blood circulation and quicker results. Also, wear loose, clean clothes and wash your sheets at least once a week to avoid dead skin and oils trapped in the fabrics. I suffered from severe vaginal, back and shoulder acne for the past 6 years. But ever since I started with this skin care routine and switched to a healthy lifestyle about a year ago, the acne dried and disappeared completely within 3 months. I haven't stopped following the routine though. Better safe than sorry. Good hygiene and patience is key to achieving clear skin and overall health.