36 Weeks Pregnant: Garbh Sanskar, Symptoms and Tips
Vaginal swelling doesn’t harm the baby in the womb. However, if you have vaginal swelling due to a GBS infection that is Group B strep, then it may spread to your baby, too. In case you are tested positive for GBS, your doctor will administer a course of antibiotics to cure your infection. But if your baby catches this infection, then your baby may experience extreme lethargy and difficulty in feeding after birth. Soreness of the vulvar area or perineum can also be caused by something as simple as tight pants or sitting in an uncomfortable position for too long. Intercourse without sufficient lubrication can also cause a sore perineum. A case called ‘Generalized vulvodynia’ is a chronic pain in the vulvar area but without an obvious cause. The pain can affect the entire area, including the labia, clitoris, and perineum. Descending perineum syndrome occurs when the perineum balloons beyond its normal positioning. This might happen if you have an ongoing problem defecating or urinating and you strain too hard. If you have a descending perineum, the first step is to determine the cause. Let’s look at some of all the possible causes of swelling. Increased Blood Flow During pregnancy, blood flow around the pelvic region increases to support the growing baby. The increase in blood flow may cause swelling of the vagina. Yeast Infection When there is an overgrowth of the candida fungal bacteria in the vaginal area, it can lead to vaginal swelling. Symptoms include burning, redness, pain during urination, sensitive skin and thick vaginal discharge. Poor Hygiene Failing to clear regularly can lead to microbes and result in swelling and inflammation. Hormonal Changes Your body undergoes various changes during pregnancy, and changing hormones are one of them. These hormones affect the flora of the vagina and lead to various kinds of bacterial and viral growth, and in turn, swelling. Chemical products Use of certain products may also result in vaginal swelling. These products may trigger an allergic reaction in your vaginal region, leading to inflammation and redness. Cysts Cysts in the vaginal region can cause vaginal swelling, too. Sometimes, these cysts may also be cancerous. Please ask your doctor to check for these. Inflammation in the Vaginal Region Sometimes, the inflammation of the vaginal arteries and ducts can cause oedema. Oedema may lead to accumulation of fluid causing swelling in the vagina. Unhealthy Foods This may come as a surprise but it is true. Your eating habits can affect the health of your vagina. If you eat too much junk food or make unhealthy food choices, it can lead to vaginal infections and swelling. Bacterial Vaginosis Vaginal swelling can also occur due to bacterial vaginosis (BV). If this is the case, it should resolve on its own. Your doctor may recommend antibiotics to speed up the healing process.
Weeks and Trimesters
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September 30, 2022
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