What is the painful lump in my pubic area?

A vaginal boil (also called a furuncle or skin abscess) is a painful, pus-filled bump that develops under the skin in your pubic area. It usually happens when the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus (commonly called staph) infects the sacs that contain the roots of your hair and oil glands (hair follicles).

Can a lump in pubic area be cancer?

Most lumps in the groin area occur spontaneously and are not necessarily due to any underlying or related condition. However, infections or cancers in other areas of your body may cause your glands to swell in your groin area, resulting in lumps on your groin.

Are lumps in pubic area normal?

These bumps may be nothing, or their appearance could signal a more serious condition. If you’re concerned, talk to your doctor. Some types of bumps in the genital area are harmless and don’t need treatment. However, two types of genital bumps and lumps that shouldn’t be ignored are infections and skin cancer.

How do I get rid of a lump in my pubic area?

Your doctor may recommend surgery to remove a cyst if it’s large or painful. A hernia may require surgery to move the tissue back into place and close the hole in the boundary tissue. Swollen glands will typically go down in time, but your doctor may prescribe an antibiotic to treat an underlying infection.

Why do I keep getting boils on my private area?

One skin condition that can cause vaginal boils is folliculitis, which occurs when bacteria infect a hair follicle. This infection is often a side effect of irritation caused by shaving or waxing hair from the pubic area. A bump may be painful and start small but can grow larger and into a boil.

Do cysts hurt to touch?

Cysts can feel tender to the touch, and a person may be able to move one easily. Tumors can also grow almost anywhere in the body. They tend to grow quickly and are usually firm to the touch. It is possible to have cysts and tumors in the same organ.

How do you pop a boil on your pubic area?

How to pop a boil. Don’t open the boil by squeezing or popping it with a sharp object. This can cause the infection to spread even more. If a boil in your pubic area does not heal or open on its own, contact your health care provider.