Common "Bartholin's Cyst" queries answered by top doctors | iCliniq
iCliniq / Answers / Obstetrics and Gynecology / Bartholin's Cyst

Bartholin's Cyst

A fluid-filled growth or a cyst in the Bartholin's glands, which are glands present on either side of the vaginal opening and help lubricate the vagina, is called Bartholin's cyst. The symptoms are tender or painful swelling near the vagina, pain during sex, and fever.

Recently Answered Questions Recently Answered Questions

All the answers published in this website are written by verified medical doctors, therapists and health experts. The Content has been moderated by iCliniq medical review team before publication. Post your medical clarifications on iCliniq by choosing the right specialty and get them answered. Your medical queries will be answered 24/7 by top doctors from iCliniq.

I have a Bartholin's cyst around my vaginal opening and it is painful. What to do?

Query: Hello doctor, I have a Bartholin cyst in the vaginal area with a small kind of pocket above the usual spot. I have been taking Ibuprofen for pain. I am a 33-year-old female. Please help.  Read Full »

Dr. Arjun Chaudhari

Dr. Arjun Chaudhari

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. If you are having a Bartholin duct cyst then I suggest you take antibiotics like Amoxicillin 500 milligrams for five days, along with a painkiller and a sitz warm water bath. If the cyst is recurrent then you should get yourself examine...  Read Full »

ask-doctor-img Ask a Doctor Online

* Your first query consult is free!

Search for a Health Issue



Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.