Bartholin' s Cyst
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| Name: Bartholin' s Cyst |
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| Infection of the Bartholin' s glands, which are mucus-secreting glands that open through small ducts onto the inside lips of a woman' s vulva. They produce mucus to keep the female genitals moist, and secrete extra fluid to
act as a lubricant during sexual intercourse. |
Causes of Bartholin' s Cyst
Gland duct becomes blocked by thick mucus, it swells up into a cyst, and becomes bacterially infected. |
Symptoms of Bartholin' s Cyst
Tender, painful lump in the vulva that makes sex very painful, and even sitting uncomfortable. Occasionally, the duct may block intermittently, causing the cyst to swell and then subside. |
Tests for Bartholin' s Cyst
None normally necessary, but sometimes a swab is taken to identify the responsible bacteria. |
Treatment for Bartholin' s Cyst
Antibiotics by mouth to settle the infection, and surgery to drain away the pus and open up the cyst.
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Complications of Bartholin' s Cyst of its treatment
An abscess may form in the adjacent tissues. |
Likely Outcome of Bartholin' s Cyst
Good results from treatment. Persistent without treatment. |
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