Question:
I have searched the web but the only explanation I can come up with is that I have a sebaceous cyst – I don't think this is the case. I have a cyst on my labia area which is very itchy, sometimes almost unbearable. The doctor didn't seem concerned and gave me a cream that did absolutely nothing. The itching was worse at night but now itches during the day as well (I think because it is a little raw). I am afraid I might scratch too hard, break the skin and get an infection.
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Answer:
Your concerns are valid, and you need a doctor who takes you seriously. Have you stated your concerns strongly? Too often, we allow embarrassment to silence us. This condition will require a medical solution, so tell your doctor what you need, and don’t take cajoling and pleasantries as a substitute for an answer. Can you think of any other industry where NOT solving a problem suffices? It’s time to demand results.
The North American Menopause Society’s Menopause Guidebook, 6th Edition, was a great resource in answering reader questions. We highly recommend downloading this document from their website, menopause.org.
