Why are there granules on the labia minora?

The labia minora is an important part of the female private parts. The health of the labia minora has a great impact on the health of the female private parts. Many women have the problem of granules growing in the labia minora and private parts. This problem is likely caused by health problems such as vestibular gland cysts, viral infections, or inflammation of the vagina and vulva. Here we will introduce to you the common reasons why granules grow on the labia minora!

1. Vestibular gland cyst

Small bumps on the vulva may be vestibular gland cysts. The outlet of the greater vestibular gland is located on the inner side of the vulva, and bacteria can easily invade and cause inflammation. Generally, bacteria first invade the epithelium of the Bartholin's gland ducts, causing the mucosa to swell, or the uterine adhesions occur after the tissue at the opening of the duct is destroyed, causing the opening of the duct to be blocked, and the secretions cannot be discharged, thus forming a Bartholin's gland cyst. It is often unilateral and of varying sizes. It may also be an early manifestation of vulvar inflammation.

If Bartholin's gland cyst is not treated promptly, it may form a perirectal abscess and in severe cases may affect the function of the reproductive system. If the cyst remains unchanged for many years, it can be observed; if the cyst gradually grows larger or becomes infected repeatedly, a Bartholin gland cystostomy can be performed. The diet should be light, eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, and drink plenty of water.

2. Viral infection or inflammation

There are other possibilities for small bumps on the vulva: one is caused by human papillomavirus infection, called genital warts; the other is caused by general vaginal inflammation due to excessive leucorrhea and irritation, called pseudo-warts. Pseudocondyloma is a very common vulvar manifestation, which manifests as velvety or villous protrusions on the inner side of the labia minora. They may be pink or slightly transparent, roe-like, and of relatively uniform size, with no subjective symptoms.

3. Vulvar inflammation

Another possible reason for small bumps on the vulva is vulvitis: this is caused by a large amount of leucorrhea irritating the skin in the labia area. In daily life, the vulva is easily contaminated with urine, feces, and leucorrhea, so that the vulva skin is often in a humid environment, which is suitable for bacterial growth. At this time, if the vulvar skin is abraded, or if hygiene is not paid attention to, or the body's resistance is reduced, the hair follicles and surrounding tissues will be infected by staphylococci and other bacteria, which will cause local vulvitis.