Bartholinitis is getting more and more painful. How to relieve the pain?

If the pain of Bartholin's glands gets worse, it may indicate that the inflammation is getting worse. You should take measures to relieve the pain and prevent the condition from getting worse as soon as possible, including medication, daily care, and surgical intervention when necessary. The following is a detailed explanation of the causes and relief methods.

1 Aggravating factors

The worsening pain of Bartholinitis is usually due to the spread of inflammation or the formation of local abscesses. The infection may be caused by bacteria, such as Staphylococcus, Escherichia coli, etc., through urethral or vaginal infection or poor hygiene habits. Reduced immunity, excessive pressure, and overly tight clothing may also aggravate the inflammatory response.

2 Anti-infection treatment

For bacterial infections, controlling the disease through medication is the key.

Apply a topical antibiotic ointment, such as fusidic acid cream or mupirocin ointment, to reduce inflammation.

Systemic antibiotics are used for treatment, such as cephalosporin antibiotics such as cefixime and penicillins such as amoxicillin. Medication must be used under the guidance of a doctor.

If there is an abscess, drainage should be performed as appropriate, and oral antibiotics should be taken after drainage to control the infection.

3 Local measures to relieve pain

Hot compress: Gently apply a warm towel to the affected area every day to promote blood circulation and help reduce swelling and pain.

Washing solution: Soak gently with cefdinir or potassium permanganate water to prevent further spread of infection.

4Surgery

When inflammation persists or recurs, the cyst or gland can be removed through surgery such as Bartholin's gland cystostomy or Bartholin's gland resection to cure the disease. Such interventions must be decided by a doctor after diagnosis.

5. Daily care

Reduce sitting time, keep the perineum clean and dry, and change underwear frequently.

Avoid tight-fitting synthetic underwear that causes poor ventilation and friction.

Drink more water to enhance immune function and promote metabolism.

If the pain continues to intensify or symptoms such as high fever and abscess appear, you need to go to the hospital for professional treatment as soon as possible. A combination of medication, surgery and lifestyle adjustments can effectively relieve the discomfort of Bartholinitis and prevent recurrence.