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Skin tear - waxing injury
In Oct 2024, I was self-waxing and tore off a small piece of skin off the edge of my vagina at the opening (6 o'clock position). It still hurts, even though I've tried everything, including these doctor recommentations: avoided penetrative sex for last 6 months; used vaginal estradiol cream, Aquaphor or coconut oil on it to keep it moist; gently massaged the area of the tear recently; left it entirely alone with no topical ointments; etc. My partner and I are at our wits end. It feels like a wound that is irritated or sore. I know having sex will just make it worse. I don't know where to turn. Any ideas? I can post a photo of the original skin tear but it's a bit graphic.
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Have you checked with dermatologist? Is it a keloid scar?
That is too bad! How uncomfortable for you! It's odd that the cream or coconut oil didn't at least give you some relief. Have you tried soaking in a warm tub? That might help or at least be relaxing. Also are any of the creams you tried an antibiotic cream?
Check all the side effects of your medications and over the counter supplements. There may be ingredients that could be irritating that area. I always check the side effects of my medications when a new problem occurs. It can be very enlightening.
One thing that definitely will help is prayer. Just tell God your problem and ask for his help. He will be there for you. God is the one person I turn to whenever I have a problem and he always answers my prayers. I'm sure he will answer your prayers also.
I'll say a prayer for you too.
PML
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