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Bartholin’s gland inflammation or female genital abscess , also known as Bartholin’s gland abscess, is an abnormality that may occur in women of reproductive age. If it occurs, do not be careless or leave it for too long. You should see a doctor immediately to receive proper treatment.
First, let’s see what causes a vaginal abscess or Bartholin’s gland inflammation. What are the symptoms? Can it heal on its own? And how to treat it?
Facts about Bartholin’s glands that women should know
- What is a Bartholin gland?
- Symptoms of Bartholin’s gland inflammation
- What causes Bartholin’s gland inflammation?
- Bartholin’s gland ruptures on its own, is it dangerous?
- Bartholin’s gland treatment cost
- Dangers of Bartholin’s Gland Inflammation
- How to treat Bartholin’s gland inflammation or female genital abscess
- Prevention of Bartholin’s Gland
What is a Bartholin gland?
Bartholin’s glands are glands that produce secretions and lubricants to keep the vagina and the vagina moist. They are located on both left and right inner labia, at approximately 4 and 8 o’clock positions. They are approximately 0.5 cm in size and are usually not palpable.
Symptoms of Bartholin’s gland inflammation
There is pain in the area of the inner labia of the penis. The penis feels swollen. A lump can be felt along with a clear swelling and redness. It usually affects one side. There is severe pain when walking, sitting, or during sexual intercourse. Some people may have pus flowing from the inflamed Bartholin’s gland. This disease is common in women of reproductive age.
Visible Bartholin’s gland inflammation There is a lump on the female genitals, similar to a boil or acne. There is pus.Female genital area  Some are large and can be painful or sore.  |
In severe cases, fever may occur. Patients often have previous symptoms of a Bartholin ‘s cyst, which is a palpable, swollen, painless lump in the labia and vagina. When walking, it may feel like there is a lump in the genitals.
What causes Bartholin’s gland inflammation?
It is a common disease in women aged 20-30 years. However, the cause of the disease is unclear. Most patients develop it spontaneously. The mechanism of the disease is caused by a blockage of the opening of the Bartholin gland, which prevents secretions from being released and is trapped in the gland. This causes the gland to swell and become inflamed from various germs in the vagina and anus, resulting in an abscess inside, causing pain, swelling and redness.
The most common germs are those found around the skin and anus, but there is also a chance that it is caused by gonorrhea and non-gonococcal urethritis, which are sexually transmitted diseases .
Bartholin’s gland inflammation, is it dangerous if it ruptures on its own?
If the Bartholin gland has pus bursting on its own, the patient still needs to see a doctor for treatment because the pus inside may not be completely drained, causing germs to remain inside and cause repeated infection that does not go away, and the germs may spread and infect nearby organs, such as the vagina, urethra, etc.
Most patients cannot recover on their own. If not treated  |
Bartholin’s gland treatment cost
Intouch Medicare offers Bartholin’s gland surgery and genital abscess treatment.
Starting price 3,200* baht
*Price will depend on the doctor’s diagnosis and the size of each patient’s Bartholin gland.
Dangers of Bartholin’s Gland Inflammation
Bartholin’s gland inflammation is an infection. In addition to the danger of pus bursting on its own, if the infection is severe and spreads or the patient has certain underlying diseases , it may allow the germs to enter the bloodstream and cause a bloodstream infection. Some patients may experience complications after treatment, such as bleeding, wounds that do not heal, or large scars. Also, if Bartholin’s gland inflammation occurs frequently, it increases the chance of it recurring.
Treatment experience
“The patient had had Bartholin’s gland inflammation many times but had been treated in many places, had Bartholin’s gland punctured and drained, and bought medicine to take by himself, but still had frequent symptoms that interfered with his daily life.
When I came to Intouch for a checkup and the doctor assessed me, I found that it was a severe case, which is rare.
It is necessary to treat by surgically removing the glands at the hospital. The patient received the correct treatment for the disease and was cured. It can be seen that diagnosis is also important.”
– Nattawadee Sriborisut ,M.D. a physician at Intouch Medical Clinic –
How to treat Bartholin’s gland inflammation or female genital abscess
Treatment by the doctor will depend on the symptoms and size of the inflamed Bartholin’s gland. The most popular and effective treatment method is Marsupialization.
This is a surgical procedure to drain the pus and stitch the Bartholin gland wall to the skin layer. This will prevent the gland opening from becoming blocked again and allow for good drainage of pus, along with oral or injectable antibiotics and anti-inflammatory painkillers. In addition, there are other surgical techniques as the attending physician assesses the treatment.
After surgery for Bartholin’s gland inflammation, it is recommended to soak the wound in warm water three times a day (Warm sit bath) to help the wound heal quickly and reduce inflammation. Come for every appointment with the doctor to closely assess the symptoms. Simple drainage or suctioning of the pus may cause a lot of recurrence and is therefore not recommended.
However, the treatment of Bartholin’s gland in each patient may be different depending on the doctor’s assessment of the patient’s symptoms. It is recommended to consult the doctor again for the most appropriate and effective treatment for us.
Bartholin’s gland treatment experience
“The patient had Bartholin’s gland inflammation. She tried buying and taking medicine herself but it didn’t go away. When she came for a checkup and was assessed that she should receive treatment by draining the pus, her symptoms went back to normal and she received proper advice on how to take care of herself.”
– Nattawadee Sriborisut ,M.D. a physician at Intouch Medical Clinic –
Prevention of Bartholin’s Gland
Prevention of Bartholin’s gland inflammation or female genital abscess It is difficult to do because it usually occurs spontaneously. It can be caused by many things and is very common.
However, it is recommended to observe the symptoms frequently. and palpate the genital area regularly To receive treatment quickly |
Avoid risky behaviors that may lead to sexually transmitted diseases and maintain proper hygiene around the genitals to reduce germs and the chance of infection.
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Nattawadee Sriborisut ,M.D.
General Practitioner
Last modified: 06/11/2024
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