Bartholin gland incision

Bartholin's gland is a steam gland located on the left and right side of the vaginal opening and under the labia minora. Its excretory canal is 2-2.5 cm long and the gland is the size of a pea. It is not normally palpable, and its function is to secrete mucus during sexual intercourse or excitement, which serves as a lubricant and protects the sensitive area of ​​the vulva.

In some cases, there may be an obstruction - a blockage of the outlet duct of the gland, which causes fluid to accumulate in it. Such an enlarged gland is called a Brtolini gland cyst. Cysts can vary in size and are usually not painful. If it becomes infected, then we are talking about an abscess of the Bartholin's gland, which is a painful change and shows signs of inflammation. In most cases, the cysts are smaller and eventually disappear on their own without treatment. If you notice symptoms or an abscess is formed, it is recommended to seek the help of a gynecologist to treat the infection.

The cause of the cyst can be an infection of the gland, which leads to thickening of the secretion and blockage of the outlet channel. Bacteria such as Escherichia coli can be the cause of infection. Sometimes infection can be caused by the sexually transmitted bacteria gonococcus and chlamydia.

Bartholin's gland incision is usually performed when an abscess forms in the gland. During the incision, the gynecologist makes a small cut on the abscess to enable drainage - the exit of the accumulated inflammatory material.