Vaginal and anal tearing/fissures

[arrowsmom]

For the last 6 months I have been getting tearing (look like paper cuts) in my vaginal area (1/4 to 1/2 inch long). I get the tears at least once or twice a week and they last from 2-4 days, go away for a few days and then come back. They continue to occur in the same locations;
1. Inside the vaginal lips on the sides almost always in the crease (between the labia minora and majora?)
2. Between the anus and vaginal opening (perineum)
3. Above the clitoris in the "hood" area.

This tearing is not related to intercourse since my husband and I are unable to do that due to the pain it causes me.  There is no real pain otherwise. I am getting some minor bleeding when I poop due to the tears in the anal area. The entire vaginal area is very itchy and if I scratch or rub the skin at all I often give myself one of these tears.  It seems as if the skin is very thin. There are no other symptoms that I am aware of.

I have had blood work and a biopsy done. Some of the things that I was tested for were; genital herpes, lichen sclerosus, lichen simplex chronicus, lichen planus, vulvar vestibulitis.  All results came back negative. The biopsy tested positive for "healing ulcers". My doctor does not seem to know what the problem is and is contacting a specialist in Lebanon, NH.

My Dr. prescribed an estrogen cream which did not seem to work. I have not been on any other medication for this. I am looking for some guidance as to what this condition may be and how to treat it. My husband & I want to get pregnant soon but I would like to resolve this issue first. Please help.

[mammaz]

I have the same exact issue. I'm 46 been dealing for 2 years. Frustrated and seriously depressed over it. I've tried everything except coconut oil or cauterizing. If anyone has a solution, please let me know. I know that urea plasma has been known to cause some issues but I was tested negative.

[Eucalito]

I used to have the same symptoms. I realized that having sex while being constipated,  make the skin in that area open up. Maybe too much pressure in that area? I make sure I empty my bowels before sex, and I haven't had those cuts for years!

[CJB1981]

I have this exact same issue. I'm told it is due to lack of hormones. I can tell you now that I have found something that actually helps. Apply a small amount of Organic Coconut Oil twice daily.

[Ccnurse]

Did they check for vitamin December levels and signs and symptoms  of  malnutrition? You can get those fissures on the corner of your mouth also. Usually caned by some type of deficiency or change in diet. Some medicationsay can cause this also.

[Christinerm561]

Ive had this problem for a few years, and lately I have gotten the cracked corner of mouth problem. I have suspected it is hormones or some sort of imbalances. What tests have u had or recommend?

[Hudsongrl]

Out of the clear blue I developed a tear on left side of vaginal opening. It bled slightly when I wiped. Like dots. Then it burned terribly every time I urinated. i could hardly walk or sit. My friend had the same thing happen a few years ago and said get triple antibiotic cream. i did, along with tucks pads. Now, 3 days later, not gone but much much better. Mine is hormonal...menopause dryness makes skin thinner:( i feel for anyone with this problem. So painful.

[Thatonegirl111615]

I am 15 years old. I've never had sex, but I am experiencing the same thing. I also have excima, or really dry skin in areas(behind the neck, in the creases of my arms,behind my knees, and on my lower face). My doctor had prescribed me a trimcinolone acetonide cream. I started using that on the small cuts down there an I've found that it helps. It could be just me but it's worth giving it a shot.