The Bartholin glands are two small organs under the skin in a woman’s genital area. They are on either side of the folds of skin (labia) that surround the vagina and urethra. Most of the time, you can’t feel or see these glands.

The Bartholin glands make a small amount of fluid that moistens the outer genital area, or vulva. This fluid comes out of two tiny tubes next to the opening of the vagina. These tubes are called Bartholin ducts.

If a Bartholin duct gets blocked, fluid builds up in the gland. The blocked gland is called a Bartholin gland cyst or simply called Bartholin’s cyst (a small fluid-filled sac just inside the opening of a woman’s vagina). You may feel a soft, painless lump. This does not usually cause any problems. But if the cyst grows very large, it can become noticeable and uncomfortable. You may feel pain in the skin surrounding the vagina (vulva) when you walk, sit down or have sex. The cyst can sometimes affect the outer pair of lips surrounding the vagina (labia majora). One side may look swollen or bigger than usual.

If the Bartholin’s cyst becomes infected, it can cause a painful collection of pus (abscess) to develop in one of the Bartholin’s glands. This is called Bartholin’s abscess.

Due to this infection, you may notice:

• A red, swollen, tender or painful lump near the vaginal opening.

• Pain during intercourse.

• Discomfort when walking or sitting.

• Fever

A Bartholin’s cyst or abscess typically occurs on only one side of the vaginal opening.

Causes of the Bartholin’s cyst.

It’s often not known why the ducts become blocked, but experts believe that the cause of a Bartholin’s cyst is a backup of fluid. Fluid may accumulate when the opening of the gland (duct) becomes obstructed, perhaps caused by infection or injury.

A Bartholin’s cyst can become infected, forming an abscess. A number of bacteria may cause the infection, including Escherichia coli (E. coli) and bacteria that cause sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as gonorrhea and chlamydia.

Homeopathic Treatment of Bartholin’s Cyst.

A Bartholin cyst can be effectively treated using homeopathic medicines. Homeopathy treats the person as a whole, which means that homeopathic treatment focuses on the patient as a person, as well as his pathological condition. The underlying pathology, possible causative factors, symptoms and signs etc are put into consideration to find the best homeopathic medicines for treating the Bartholin’s cyst.

The homeopathic remedies (medicines) given below indicate the therapeutic affinity for treatment of this condition;
Belladonna, Hepar sulphur, Silicea, Mercurius, Lachesis, Sulphur, Nitric acid etc.

None of these medicines should be taken without professional advice and guidance of an homeopath. Avoid self medication in homeopathy.

For individualized homeopathic remedy selection and treatment of Bartholin’s cyst, consult the homeopath Oluwafunmise on 08028366901 or 08183554665