Abstract
Periclitoral masses are uncommon disorders in gynecology often leading to pain and distress. With the popularity of female genital hair grooming and depilation, the vulva has been exposed to new insults including contact dermatitis and folliculitis. The unique anatomy of the protective covering of the clitoral hood may subject hair fragments to trapping, inflammation, irritation, and in some cases abscess formation.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 412-414 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Journal of lower genital tract disease |
Volume | 22 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Oct 1 2018 |
Keywords
- genital depilatory practices
- periclitoral mass
- pilonidal sinus
- shaving
- surgical excision
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Obstetrics and Gynecology