What are the dangers of Bartholinitis to women?

Bartholinitis is an inflammation caused by infection with multiple pathogens. If it is not treated in time, it will cause acute suppurative inflammation and become Bartholin's gland abscess. This disease is more common in women of childbearing age and less common in young girls and postmenopausal women. Many women want to know what are the dangers of suffering from Bartholinitis? In response to this question, the editor below will introduce it, hoping to help women.

What are the dangers of Bartholinitis?

Bartholinitis troubles many female friends, but many women do not know that they have it. The Bartholin glands are located at the back of the labia majora on both sides, and the gland duct opens on the inner side of the labia minora near the hymen. Due to the characteristics of the anatomical location, when the vulva is contaminated during sexual intercourse, childbirth or other situations, pathogens can easily penetrate and cause inflammation. The characteristics of Bartholinitis are that sexual intercourse, childbirth, etc. can contaminate the vulva, and pathogens can easily invade and cause Bartholinitis. Many women want to know whether suffering from Bartholinitis is serious?

Bartholinitis usually occurs on one side. Initially, there is pain, swelling, burning sensation, and difficulty walking. Examination shows redness, swelling, fever, and obvious tenderness of the skin. If it is a gonococcal infection, thin yellowish pus may flow out when squeezing the local area. Therefore, Bartholinitis in women is very serious and needs early treatment.

When treating acute Bartholin's gland inflammation, bed rest is required. The secretions at the opening of the Bartholin's gland can be cultured for bacteria to determine the pathogen, and antibiotics can be selected based on the pathogen. In addition, local hot compresses or sitz baths can be used. After the abscess is formed, it can be incised and drained. Simple incision and drainage can only provide temporary relief. After the incision is closed, it can be repeatedly infected. The vulvar skin can be cleaned with a synergistic wash.