Contents:
- Medical Video: Jeb's Inguinal Abscess Redux! Diabetes-Related Infection
- Various types of lumps in the vagina
- 1. Inclusion cyst (Vaginal Cyst)
- 2. Bartholin gland cyst
- 3. Gartner duct cyst
- 4. Mullerian cysts
- How to treat a lump in the vagina
- 1. Antibiotics
- 2. Soak warm water
- 3. Drainage surgery
- 4. Marsupialization
Medical Video: Jeb's Inguinal Abscess Redux! Diabetes-Related Infection
Having a lump in the vagina will definitely make women panic and worry. This lump, also called a cyst, generally contains fluids, air, and other substances. Even some lumps have a very small shape that cannot be seen with the naked eye. Generally this condition is neither dangerous nor painful. Even so, still this condition must be treated appropriately. How is the right way to treat a lump in the vagina?
Various types of lumps in the vagina
Before knowing the right treatment and medication for vaginal lumps, you first need to know the type. The following are the most common types of lumps or vaginal cysts, namely:
1. Inclusion cyst (Vaginal Cyst)
Inclusion cysts
These cysts are among the most common types of vaginal cysts. It is usually very small in shape and is located precisely at the back of the vaginal wall.
2. Bartholin gland cyst
Bartholin cyst
A fluid-filled cyst that forms on the Bartholin gland. These glands are on both sides of the vagina and are responsible for lubricating the vaginal lips (labia). Sometimes, the gland opening is blocked so that the fluid that has to be re-released into the gland.
The result is a buildup of fluid which results in swelling. Generally this condition does not produce pain. However, if the fluid in the cyst is infected and inflamed, a collection of pus will form which can be painful.
3. Gartner duct cyst
Gartner duct cyst
This type of cyst usually develops in the gartner duct area (vaginal wall). This duct is active when the fetus is developing but usually disappears after birth. But in some cases some of these ducts are filled with fluid which eventually develops into a cyst.
4. Mullerian cysts
Mullerian cyst
Including the general type of vaginal cysts that are formed from structures left when the baby develops. These cysts can grow anywhere on the vaginal wall and often contain mucus.
How to treat a lump in the vagina
Giving medicine for lumps in the vagina according to the type and cause of cyst formation. Generally a lump or vaginal cyst does not require treatment and will disappear by itself.
However, medications and other treatments can be used to help speed up and eliminate cysts that tend to be dangerous. The following drugs and other treatments that can be used to treat lumps in the vagina, namely:
1. Antibiotics
The doctor will prescribe antibiotics if after checking it turns out your cyst in your vagina has an infection. Your doctor will also prescribe antibiotics if you are detected as having a sexually transmitted infection. However, if the collection of pus on the lump is successfully dried through another procedure, the doctor will not prescribe you antibiotics.
2. Soak warm water
You can overcome a lump in the vagina by soaking in warm water. Do this two to three times a day for four days. Usually, the cyst will shrink and the liquid inside will break itself.
3. Drainage surgery
Surgical procedures are performed to dry the cyst if it is infected or very large in size. Cyst drainage procedures can be performed using local anesthesia or sedation.
In this procedure the doctor makes a small incision in the cyst to allow the liquid inside to come out and dry out. Then the doctor will also place a small rubber tube or catheter in the incision. The catheter will be used for six weeks to keep the incision open so that the cyst can dry completely.
4. Marsupialization
Quoted from the Mayo Clinic, this procedure is used to treat cysts that relapse and their existence interferes with daily activities. The doctor will usually place a suture on the side of the drainage incision to make a permanent opening 6 millimeters long. The catheter will also be inserted to improve the drying process for several days after the procedure to help prevent recurrence.
In addition to the above treatment, try to avoid underwear that is too tight that can tear the vulva (the outside of the vagina). You should also wear underwear made from natural ingredients such as cotton to keep your genitals cool and dry.
