Labial adhesions secondary to postpartum vulvar edema. A report of two cases

Area of Science:

• Gynecology
• Pediatric Gynecology

Background:

• Labial adhesions, a condition where the labia minora fuse, are frequently observed in pediatric populations.
• The etiology of labial adhesions is typically multifactorial, often related to inflammation or irritation.

Observation:

• This report details two adult cases of labial adhesions.
• These adhesions developed secondary to significant vulvar edema experienced postpartum.

Findings:

• Massive postpartum vulvar edema can be a precipitating factor for labial adhesions in adults.
• The severity of edema correlated with the development of thick adhesions.

Implications:

• Clinicians should consider postpartum vulvar edema as a potential cause of labial adhesions in adult women.
• Awareness of this association may aid in timely diagnosis and management of labial adhesions in the postpartum period.