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Hey Aunt Vadge,
So recently over the weekend (today is Wednesday), I was with my girlfriend, doing oral activities. It didn’t hurt in the moment, but later on when I was home, I noticed it was sore there.
A day or two later I had realized that the “soreness” was still there, so I began to explore with a mirror, and noticed a cut or a small scrape right next to my clitoris. Although this might be a minor problem, I am still worried as to what I should do while it is healing, or if it will ever heal?
Sincerely,
Nervous
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Dear Nervous,
I can understand why you would be worried. A cut anywhere on your vulva is uncomfortable!
What’s great about genital tissue is that, like our mouths, it heals really quickly. The cells have high turnover, so any scratches or cuts tend to heal very quickly and rarely scar.
So, to respond to your query: you’re right. It appears to be a minor cut from your girlfriend, and unless it doesn’t heal quickly, you don’t have to do anything except keep it clean and be gentle. Probably in a few days, you will have forgotten all about it.
Here are tips on how to look after minor vulvar cuts and tears.
Naturally, if your little cut isn’t healing properly, see your healthcare provider for an examination.
Warmest regards,
Aunt Vadge
