How long does a bruised labia take to heal?
Most bruises heal without treatment in about 1 to 2 weeks.
What do you do for a bruised labia?
A small hematoma, usually under 5 centimeters in diameter, is usually manageable with over-the-counter pain relievers. You can also apply a cold compress to the area to reduce swelling. If you have a larger vaginal hematoma, your doctor may need to surgically drain it.
Can you damage your labia?
It can happen from straddling a hard object, or accidents such as falling onto a bicycle crossbar. The injury can cause damage to the outer genitals. In women, this is the vulva. It includes the outer and inner labia and the clitoris.
How do I know if I tore my labia?
Vaginal Cut Symptoms
- Mild pain.
- Stinging when urinating (peeing) or after contact with water or semen.
- Discomfort when inserting a tampon or during sexual intercourse.
- Slight bleeding or spotting.
- Itching, burning, or a tearing sensation.
Can your labia bruise?
Bruises and swelling of the labia are most often from a straddle injury. They heal quickly. Hematoma (Blood Clot). Bleeding into the labia can form a pocket of blood (hematoma).
What does hematoma look like?
A hematoma can look like a bruise, but bruises occur due to damage to small blood vessels rather than large ones. While many hematomas are relatively harmless, some can indicate a more serious medical problem.
Will a labial tear heal itself?
Labial grazes and tears These can often be left to heal naturally, depending on their size, position and if they are bleeding.
How do you heal a cut on your vagina lip?
Care Advice for Minor Genital Injuries
- For any bleeding, put direct pressure on the wound. Use a gauze pad or clean cloth. Press for 10 minutes or until the bleeding has stopped.
- Note: Minor cuts in the genital area can bleed a lot. This is because of the rich blood supply.
- For the same reason, the cut heals quickly.
What helps a hematoma heal faster?
Ice (Apply the ice or cold pack for 20 minutes at a time, 4 to 8 times a day.) Compress (Compression can be achieved by using elastic bandages.) Elevate (Elevation of the injured area above the level of the heart is recommended.)
What happens if a hematoma is left untreated?
A hematoma is similar to a bruise or blood clot but, if left untreated, it can damage the tissue and lead to infection. An injury to the nose can rupture blood vessels in and around the septum where there is both bone and cartilage.
What does vulvar inflammation look like?
Redness and swelling on the labia and other parts of the vulva. Intense itching. Clear, fluid-filled blisters. Sore, scaly, thick, or white patches on the vulva.
Can I put polysporin on my private area?
Polysporin (bacitracin and polymyxin B) should only be used on your skin. Don’t put it in your eyes, mouth, or genitals.