OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist) Questions Boils

Vaginal Boil w/ Fever and Swollen Lymph Nodes

I’ve never had a vaginal boil before, but just other day I noticed one on my labia, followed by fever and swollen lymph nodes. From what I’ve read, that means I need to see a doctor, but I don’t have health insurance and I can’t afford to see a doctor. Should I still be okay to treat the boil at home or do I really need to see a doctor?

Female | 21 years old
Complaint duration: 2 days

1 Answer

Hi
If the boil is getting bigger and more red and painful, it may be getting infected and then you need antibiotics. If you have a fever then there is probably and infection and you should seek medical help