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What is the treatment for recurrent bartholin cysts?
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I have had Bartholin's gland cysts twice. And every time I had it, I had a surgery for incision and drainage. Both the time the cysts were very painful, as a result of which I could barely walk and couldn't even sit properly. Again it has appeared on the left side of the vagina. But until now I have no pain this time. I am sick of these cysts. I've totally no idea why do these cysts recur again and again. I don't know what to do now. Please help. Are there any other methods to prevent these cysts from recurring other than incision and drainage?
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Dr N AnanthakrishnanMar 26, 2004
Head of Department of Surgery,
JIPMER, Pondicherry
JIPMER, Pondicherry
Bartholin cysts cannot be treated by incision and drainage. Once the opening closes there is chance of recurrence of the cyst leading to infection. They must be treated by creating a permanent opening allowing the cyst contents to drain outside. I suggest you meet a competent gynaecologist who would give you proper advice.
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