Is a Bartholin's gland cyst contagious?

Are Bartholin's gland cysts contagious? Bartholin's gland cysts vary in size, and most of them gradually increase in size. Some may remain unchanged for several years. They are caused by the obstruction of the Bartholin's gland duct and the accumulation of secretions. If the cyst is small and not infected, the patient may have no symptoms. If the cyst is large, the patient may feel a sense of heaviness in the vulva or discomfort during sexual intercourse. So, are Bartholin's gland cysts contagious?

According to experts, Bartholin's gland cysts are not contagious and are not infectious, so they will not be transmitted to anyone. After the acute inflammation subsides, the gland duct is blocked, secretions cannot be discharged, and pus gradually turns into clear liquid to form a cyst. Cysts can also form when the mucus in the gland cavity is thick or the congenital gland duct is narrow and the drainage is not smooth.

Since the cyst can exist for a long time and remain unchanged for many years, regular observation is required without treatment. If the cyst gradually grows and affects life, or it is repeatedly infected and often forms abscesses, Bartholin gland cyst ostomy can be performed. This method is simple, less damaging, and can still preserve the function of the gland. However, the stoma should be large enough, and it is best to place a drainage strip after the stoma, and rinse it once a day with hydrogen peroxide or 2% iodine tincture for a total of 3 to 4 times to prevent adhesion closure after surgery and the formation of a cyst again. Once an abscess is formed, it should be incised and drained.

Bartholin's gland cysts are mainly caused by bacterial infection of the Bartholin's gland cysts, which in turn causes poor drainage of the gland duct opening. Therefore, keeping the vulva clean is the main way to prevent infection. Washing the vulva every day, not wearing nylon underwear, and timely treatment of vulvitis can prevent the occurrence of Bartholin's gland cysts to a certain extent.

Pay attention to the local hygiene of the vulva and change underwear frequently. In the acute stage of Bartholin's gland cyst, you should stay in bed and pay attention to local cleaning. It is best to expose the perineum to the air when sleeping. If you find any problems with the vulva, you must seek medical attention in time and do not delay the condition. Young women and children can use low-concentration potassium permanganate water to wash the genitals. Bartholin's gland cysts usually develop from inflammation.