What is Bartholin’s abscess?
Did you want to know about Bartholin’s abscess ? Causes and treatment? According to www.nlm.nih.gov The Bartholin’s abscess is the buildup of pus that forms a lump (swelling) in one of the Bartholin's glands, which are located on each side of the vaginal opening. Bartholin’s abscess Causes A Bartholin's abscess forms when a small opening (duct) from the gland gets blocked. Fluid in the gland builds up and may become infected. Fluid may build up over many years before an abscess occurs. Often the abscess appears quickly over several days and become very hot and swollen. Activity that puts pressure on the vulva, and walking and sitting, may cause excruciating pain. Bartholin’s abscess Treatment Soaking in warm water four times a day for several days usually provides some relief and causes the abscess to open and drain on its own. However, the opening is usually very small and closes quickly, before drainage is complete. A small surgical cut can completely drain the abscess. This ...