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How to treat swollen and painful Bartholin's cyst?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have a Bartholin cyst in my vagina that appears swollen and continuously causes pain. There is no visible discharge from the cyst, but I am experiencing discomfort and fever. Please help.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao is a dedicated Obstetrician and Gynecologist committed to women’s health and well-being. She specializes in high-risk pregnancies, infertility management, menstrual disorders, and minimally invasive gynecologic procedures. With a compassionate approach and advanced clinical expertise, Dr. Umrao provides personalized care to support women through every stage of life — from adolescence to motherhood and beyond.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have read your query, and I can understand your concern.

Bartholin cyst occurs due to the infection of the Bartholin gland. I suggest you follow these measures.

  1. Do not touch or squeeze the cyst they may lead to serious infection.

  2. The cyst region must be kept clean and dry.

  3. Underwear must be changed twice daily.

  4. Tight underwear must be avoided.

  5. Take tablet Emazen D (Diclofenac and Serratiopeptidase) twice daily after meals.

  6. Take tablet Augmentin 625 mg (Amoxicillin and Clavulanic acid) twice daily after meals.

  7. Tablet Pantoprazole 40 mg must be taken twice daily before meals.

  8. If the cyst does not resolve with medicine, you may need to undergo marsupialization.

Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with them, and take these medicines with their consent.

I hope this information helps you, and please feel free to ask further queries.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At July 15, 2023
Reviewed At June 18, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao is a dedicated Obstetrician and Gynecologist committed to women’s health and well-being. She specializes in high-risk pregnancies, infertility management, menstrual disorders, and minimally invasive gynecologic procedures. With a compassionate approach and advanced clinical expertise, Dr. Umrao provides personalized care to support women through every stage of life — from adolescence to motherhood and beyond.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao is a dedicated Obstetrician and Gynecologist committed to women’s health and well-being. She specializes in high-risk pregnancies, infertility management, menstrual disorders, and minimally invasive gynecologic procedures. With a compassionate approach and advanced clinical expertise, Dr. Umrao provides personalized care to support women through every stage of life — from adolescence to motherhood and beyond.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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