From what you describe, I think you probably have a minor tear or abrasion in and/or around your vagina. So, indeed, the blood is coming from that. I suspect it will heal without a problem unless that area continues to be irritated...like with poor lubrication w/ sex.

I think that warm baths without bubble bath or bath oils twice a day and keeping yourself clean and dry down there will do the trick and you should be healed in 5 or so days.

Be prepared for burning with urination until it heals. You can take a glass of warm water and pour it on your vaginal area when urinating to lessen the pain if needed. Cleaning after using the bathroom with an alcohol-free wipe will help keep that area clean.

You can certainly use an OTC antibiotic ointment on the area around your vagina if you feel raw and tender there.

In the future, if you have trouble lubricating before sexual penetration, it might be helpful to use a vaginal lubricant that you can buy at any drug store.

If this has not healed within the week, I suggest you contact your physician.


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BarbaraTaylor, ARNP, CAP

My suggestions are not intended to replace consultation with your physician.

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