I am 5 weeks pregnant. About 2 to 3 days ago, I realized that my left side labia minora began to swell and become very sore. I have had similar experiences before on the labia minora and my ob/gyn said it was likely due to an infected sweat gland. Any thoughts why this would happen during pregnancy? Do I need to be concerned?
Hello, and I hope I can help you today. Skin conditions, such as moles, rashes, and boils, can get worse during pregnancy from the hormones. You do perspire more when you are pregnant, so blockage of your sweat gland if it has been a problem for you before can recur. Treatment for this lesion however you did before, whether with warm soaks, antibiotics, or Chat Doctor. I hope I was able to answer your question adequately and that this advice was helpful. Best wishes,