Acute and Recurrent Bartholin Cyst Drainage & Marsupialization
A Bartholin gland cyst is a fluid-filled swelling that develops in one of the Bartholin glands, which are located on each side of the vaginal opening. When the gland's duct becomes obstructed, fluid can build up, forming a cyst. These cysts are typically painless and may go unnoticed unless they become infected, at which point they can develop into a painful abscess.
Acute and Recurrent Bartholin Cyst Drainage & Marsupialization
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the symptoms of a Bartholin Gland Cyst ?
Common symptoms include:
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A painless lump near the vaginal opening
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Discomfort while walking or sitting
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Pain during intercourse
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If infected: redness, tenderness, and increased pain
Treatment options range from warm sitz baths for small, uninfected cysts to surgical drainage or marsupialization for larger or infected cysts. Most Bartholin cysts are not serious, but medical attention should be sought if symptoms of infection develop.
What is a marsupialization of a Bartholin Gland Cyst ?
Marsupialization is a surgery used to treat Bartholin cysts.
With marsupialization, your provider cuts a slit into a Bartholin cyst, allowing it to drain. Then, they suture the edges of the cyst to the surrounding tissue to form a tiny pouch. The pouch allows the fluid from your Bartholin gland to drain freely.
For more information about this procedure, please feel free to contact our offices for more information.