women s health issues
Bartholin Gland Cyst and Bartholin Gland Abscess
Symptoms of Bartholin Gland Cysts or Abscesses
Most Bartholin cysts do not cause any symptoms. Women may notice a painless lump near the opening of the vagina, making the vulva look lopsided. If cysts become large, they can cause irritation and pressure and/or pain. They may interfere with sitting, walking, or sexual activity. If the cyst becomes infected (forming an abscess), it causes severe pain and sometimes fever. Abscesses are tender to the touch. The skin over them appears red. and The skin and the tissues under the skin over the abscess may become infected—an infection called Cellulitis . If cellulitis develops, the affected area appears red and is tender, Women may have a vaginal discharge. 