Bartholin Abscess

Question 1

what is a bartholin’s abscess?

Answer 1

when fluid in cyst becomes infection

Question 2

what are symptoms of bartholin’s abscess?

Answer 2

pain, swelling, abscess formation
*tenderness

Question 3

what is the treatment of a bartholin’s abscess?

Answer 3

1. I and D
2. antibiotics if cellulitis (Bactrim + Augmentin 5-7days)
3. word catheter
4. marsupialization (for chronic)