Are there bumps next to your labia?

It is a common phenomenon to have pimples next to the labia. In general, it is mostly caused by inflammation of the hair follicles or bacterial infection. You must pay attention to the cleanliness of the vulva and wear looser underwear. If it is serious, it is best to go to the hospital for relevant examinations. Try not to eat spicy and irritating foods. Try to eat light food. If necessary, you can take some anti-inflammatory drugs orally.

Folliculitis is mainly caused by the infection of hair follicles by pathogenic bacteria, which triggers a series of inflammatory reactions. We all know that insufficient sleep and high stress levels in daily life can cause physical discomfort. These include itchy skin, redness and swelling, excessive oil secretion and even inflammation of hair follicles.

In addition to endocrine disorders, excessive skin cleansing or exposure to chemical products can also cause the same skin problems. Traditional Chinese medicine generally believes that folliculitis is caused by excessive liver fire, excessive moisture in the body, and wind-heat.

Other causes of folliculitis

1. Other conditions such as irregular diet, vitamin deficiency, gastrointestinal dysfunction, etc. may also lead to the onset of folliculitis.

2. Certain primary diseases: such as hormonal dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis, eczema, acne, itchy skin diseases, diabetes, chronic lesions, etc. are often accompanied by folliculitis to varying degrees.

3. Corticosteroids damage the skin's ecological environment: one of the typical symptoms of hormone residues under the skin and "withdrawal rebound" after stopping hormone use is bacterial and fungal infection.

4. Skin immersion: such as constant sweating, constant stimulation by various liquids, and failure to clean in time, which can clog the pores and cause inflammation.

5. Skin damage caused by excessive pulling and friction of hair, so we would like to remind all beauty lovers not to excessively perm or dye their hair.

Symptoms of Folliculitis

Simple folliculitis

It is acute folliculitis. At the beginning, small itchy red papules appear at the opening of the hair follicles, surrounded by inflammatory red halos. After scratching, a small pustule may form. After a few days, the pus head will burst, discharge a small amount of pus, and then gradually heal without leaving any scars. It is more common on the head of children and on the scalp and armpits of adults.

Impetigo

Also known as follicular impetigo and superficial folliculostomy. It manifests as redness around the opening of the hair follicles, the appearance of yellow pustules ranging in size from millet to mung beans, with hair protruding from the center, redness around the edges, and itching or burning sensation. After a few days, the pustules may dry up and form scabs, and white scales will remain on the affected area after the scabs fall off. It is easy to occur in the limbs, scalp, calves, etc.

Folliculitis nuchae

It is also known as keloid folliculitis, hairline sore and nape hair sore. It is more common in middle-aged and elderly men, especially those with acne and keloids. At the beginning of the disease, small red papules or pustules appear at the hairline of the neck, merge with each other, and gradually develop into keloid nodules with round, oval or irregular shapes. It usually occurs in the hairy area at the back of the neck. The hair in the affected area is sparse or falls out completely. The disease progresses slowly and often does not heal for several years.

Abscess Folliculitis

Also known as head and neck cellulitis, it is more common in young men. At the beginning, blackhead comedonal folliculitis and perifolliculitis may occur on the scalp, especially on the back of the head. It will gradually grow larger and deeper, becoming an inflammatory nodule the size of a soybean or even a peach pit. Most of them can turn into a fluctuating abscess, which will form several fistulas after rupture, with pus flowing out. The course of the disease is long and continuous, sometimes lasting for several years, and sometimes lasting for more than 10 years.

Folliculitis alopecia

Also known as sheep beard sore, it is a folliculitis that occurs in the male beard area, and is more common around the lips and chin. At the beginning, swollen erythema, follicular papules or pustules may appear, with a beard running through the center of the lesion. After the pustule breaks, it dries and forms a scab, and the patient heals after the scab falls off. However, new blisters may appear repeatedly. The lesions may also cause damage to the eyebrows, eyelashes, pubic hair, and armpit hair.