I am almost 31 weeks pregnant and after my husband and I had sex for the first time in a week or so, I got this little balloon like swelling on just one side of my labia. It ISNT painful but it really bother me b/c I have no idea why its there! I have read about the bartholin cysts but im not sure if thats what it would be. ANYONE heard of this or had this happen...if so how long did it take to go away and what did you do?????
2006-12-30 14:01:21 · 10 answers · asked by mallwill12 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Please, Get off the computer and get to a Dr.
Nobody with any sense would attempt to diagnose or receive medical advice in this fashion. Come on...start acting like a parent, because you already are.
2006-12-30 14:07:38 · answer #1 · answered by rainyday 1 · 1⤊ 4⤋
You are most likely correct about it being a bartholin cyst. Do not waste any time going to your doctor. I'm telling you from personal experience that the worse it gets the more painful it is when they lance it open. They will try you out at antibiotics first but that didn't work with the case I know of. Waiting will just make it get bigger. Don't have any sex right now either. I just witnessed one the size of a golf ball being lanced. The girl was very very uncomfortable during the procedure so it's not anything nice. Please get treated right away. Take care
2006-12-31 01:45:19 · answer #2 · answered by lilpinklady2000 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had the same thing happen to me while I was pregnant and thought I was a freak of nature, I never found out what was wrong or what caused it. It seemed to only appear after having sex, and with me it was both labias.
But like the another lady said here, you have increased blood flow and extra sensitivity, which can make them swell.
It is very common for mucous membranes and sex organs to become swollen during pregnancy. The inside of your vagina happens to be a combo of the two. Add a pending orgasm, which engorges the area with blood, and it's no wonder things get a little snug and sensitive down there! All women have different levels of engorgement and sensitivity, but it sounds like you are within the "realm of normality." (FYI- the "realm" is very, very big!)
If you continue to experience discomfort during intercourse, you and your husband may want to consider pleasuring each other orally or manually. Most girlfriends agree that pregnancy orgasms can be the best of your life. Don't miss out! Since the vaginal area is so sensitive, many women experience orgasms much more quickly and more often.
If the "snugness" you feel is constant (not just during arousal) you should consult your doctor.
2006-12-30 14:33:05 · answer #3 · answered by Heather 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Boy can I relate!! I am 37W4D, and its So hot in my city right now. My feet are swelling so bad I don't have ankles anymore I have Cankles( where my calves go straight down--no ankles in sight) LOL But all my Dr. said was to try to elevate my feet throughout the day, take rests, watch my salt/sodium intake, Drink LOTS of water! Not drinking enought water causes you to swell. He said to remember I am sweating for 2 so I need to drink water for 2. Your urine should be almost clear in color, if its not you're not drinking enough water. Avoid caffeine, that causes dehydration too which = swelling. I also have the broken capillaries..YUCK! As far as your back hurting..It could be your sciatic (Sp?) nerve, that would cause sharp pains or numbing sensation down 1 of your legs, just make sure your urine stays clear to light in color or you could have a kidney/bladder infection. Disability: As far as taking you off work..BE Careful I don't know about your state laws, But in California, they just passed the new law that your employer only has to hold your position for a short amount of time.(They can actually fire you/let you go) So if you go off early on your leave, then have the baby and stay the usual 6-8 weeks of maternity leave you may not have a job to return to. Look into the laws in your state, to be safe. Inducing: Most Dr.s/ insurances will NOT induce just because you are tired of being pregnant, or you have normal pregnancy complaints. Only if you are 10 days past your due date, or you have a condition that could be of harm to you or the baby.Hope that helps! Good luck!
2016-05-22 22:32:05 · answer #4 · answered by Amy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
After the birth of my 2nd child, naturally and no episiotomy, I had a hematoma on the inside of my labia. It looked like a wierd little balloon thing. It took about 2 weeks to go away. Taking Arnica supplements for bruising REALLY helped.
2006-12-30 14:37:28 · answer #5 · answered by Kirsten K 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you may have a Bartholin's cyst. get it treated before it becomes an abscess. however, in most cases the effective treatment is surgical removal. sometimes it may regress with oral drugs. this is common during pregnancy. good luck.
2006-12-30 18:22:20 · answer #6 · answered by lawrence_of_labia 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is normal it is due to increased blood flow, water retention and pressure from the baby, it will go back to normal a few days after delivery.
2006-12-30 14:12:06 · answer #7 · answered by Jody 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Don't panic, but call your doctor and let them know as soon as possible.
2006-12-30 14:34:43 · answer #8 · answered by Sunflower 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have never heard of that, nor have I experianced it. I would def get it checked out. good luck hun.
2006-12-30 14:12:38 · answer #9 · answered by ashleylynne_84 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
labia?
2006-12-30 14:05:33 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋