{"id":22324,"date":"2025-04-08T16:12:03","date_gmt":"2025-04-08T13:12:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aliovayolu.com\/what-is-a-bartholin-cyst-why-does-it-occur-and-how-is-it-treated\/"},"modified":"2025-07-23T19:38:03","modified_gmt":"2025-07-23T16:38:03","slug":"what-is-a-bartholin-cyst-why-does-it-occur-and-how-is-it-treated","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aliovayolu.com\/en\/what-is-a-bartholin-cyst-why-does-it-occur-and-how-is-it-treated\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a Bartholin Cyst? Why Does It Occur and How Is It Treated?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Bartholin cyst<\/strong>, which is one of the most common conditions encountered in gynecological examinations of women, can often progress unnoticed. However, when infected, it can cause serious discomfort. So what exactly is a Bartholin cyst? Why does it occur and how is it treated? <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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The Bartholin glands are two small glands at the entrance to the vagina that secrete a lubricating fluid. When there is a blockage in the duct of these glands, the fluid cannot escape and accumulates inside. In this case, a cyst forms inside the gland. This is called a Bartholin’s cyst<\/strong>. <\/p>

Why Does a Bartholin Cyst Occur?<\/strong><\/h2>

The main cause of cyst formation is blockage of the duct. The underlying causes of this blockage may be <\/p>

  • Sexually transmitted infections (chlamydia, gonorrhea, etc.)<\/li>
  • Vaginal trauma<\/li>
  • Lack of hygiene<\/li>
  • Previous Bartholin abscess<\/li><\/ul>

    If the fluid accumulated as a result of the obstruction becomes infected with bacteria, the cyst can turn into an abscess, which can manifest itself with symptoms such as pain, swelling and fever.<\/p>

    What are the Symptoms of Bartholin Cyst?<\/strong><\/h2>

    If the Bartholin’s cyst is small, it usually causes no symptoms. However, if the cyst grows or becomes infected, the following symptoms may occur: <\/p>

    • Painful swelling at the entrance to the vagina<\/li>
    • Discomfort when walking or sitting<\/li>
    • Pain during sexual intercourse<\/li>
    • Fever and general malaise in abscess<\/li><\/ul>

      How is a Bartholin Cyst Treated?<\/strong><\/h2>

      Treatment depends on the size of the cyst, the patient’s complaints and the presence of infection:<\/p>

      1. Follow-up:<\/strong> Small and painless cysts usually do not require treatment. They are followed up with regular gynecological examinations. <\/li>
      2. Warm sitz baths:<\/strong> May help the cyst to drain spontaneously.<\/li>
      3. Drainage procedure:<\/strong> In infected and painful cysts, the cyst is drained under local anesthesia.<\/li>
      4. Marsupialization:<\/strong> The cyst wall is surgically opened to prevent the cyst from forming again.<\/li>
      5. Gland removal (excision):<\/strong> In recurrent cases, the Bartholin gland may need to be completely removed.<\/li><\/ol>

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