Pelvic Lump and Vaginal Blister: Potential Causes & What to Do

Question
Earlier this week I went to the gym and everything was fine. The next day I went again and again everything was fine. The next day after that I realized that my pelvic area right between my leg and my vagina was sore. I thought it was normal considering I worked out two days in a row. Then a lump formed and is very painful. It is very tender and hurts when even the slightest pressure is applied. About two days after I found this lump, a blister appeared on the top of my vagina. NOT inside or even close to the inside or anus but on top where my pubic hair is. I have not shaved in about two weeks or so. Being the ignorant person I am about this I popped it. The next day tiny little blisters appeared around it. I know this is not a sexually transmitted disease because I have been with the same sex partner for the last six months and we are COMPLETELY monogamous. I'm really concerned but I'm scared to go to the doctor just yet. Could this just be a calcium deposit? HELP!!

Answer
Dear Kayla,

A blister is a bubble of fluid under the skin. The clear, watery liquid inside a blister is called serum. It leaks in from neighboring tissues as a reaction to injured skin. If the blister remains unopened, serum can provide natural protection for the skin beneath it. Small blisters are called vesicles.

Blisters can be caused by irritation, allergies, infections, skin diseases, or medications. So there may be any number of causes for what you are experiencing. However, because of the area involved and because (now, don't panic) there is a similarity between what you are describing and the symptoms of a Herpes Simplex virus case, I really must recommend that you see a doctor for this as soon as possible for an accurate diagnosis. Here is why I cite the similarity:

When herpes simplex type 1 is the cause, the tiny blisters commonly are known as fever blisters or cold sores. They typically appear on the lips. The affected skin may itch, tingle, swell and become red before the blisters appear. When the blisters eventually break, they leak fluid, and then painful sores develop. Herpes simplex type 2 is the most common cause of genital herpes, a sexually transmitted infection (although type 1 also can cause genital herpes). It usually begins with red bumps and/or a blister type rash that is itchy, tingling, and or painful. When the blisters break it may progress into an ulcerative type of rash that, if not treated, may continue to persist for a week or two. Some people can develop a fever, others do not.

So...from this forum, and with the information you have shared, I can't NOT recommend seeing a doctor as soon as possible. It would just be irresponsible to ignore the similarities in the symptomology. I very much hope that it ends up being something less serious for you, but please do get an accurate diagnosis as soon as possible.

I hope this has helped you and answered your question. I wish you well.

Brenda