Treatment of inflammation of the bartholin gland

The treatment for inflammation of the Bartholin's gland, also known as Bartolinitis, should always be guided by a gynecologist and, usually, is only done when symptoms such as pain during daily activities, pus output or fever, for example.

The Bartholin gland can become inflamed due to the accumulation of lubricating fluid inside, however if there is poor hygiene care, this inflammation can become an infection due to the accumulation of bacteria, worsening the symptoms. Learn more about Bartholin's glands and how to care.

1. Remedies for inflammation in the Bartholin Gland

Treatment is usually done with the use of anti-inflammatory drugs, such as Ibuprofen or Naproxen, and pain relievers, such as Paracetamol or Dipyrone, for example, reducing the symptoms of inflammation.

In the event that the symptoms last more than 5 days, the gynecologist may recommend the use of antibiotics, such as Cephalexin or Ciprofloxacino, for example, especially if there is a suspected infection or sexually transmitted disease.

2. Surgical drainage

Surgical drainage serves to remove the fluid that is being accumulated in the glands, decreasing the symptoms of inflammation. To do this, the doctor applies local anesthesia and then makes a small incision on the site to allow the accumulated fluid to be removed.

It is important that the woman returns to the gynecologist about 2 days after the procedure so that the doctor can see if there is an accumulation of fluid again.

3. Marsupialization

Marsupialization corresponds to a surgical technique normally indicated by the gynecologist in recurrent cases, that is, when even after the fluid drains, the gland accumulates liquid again. To do this procedure perform an opening of the glands and then join the edges of the gland to the skin, preventing it from accumulating liquids again.

As with surgical drainage, it is important that the woman returns to the gynecologist in at least 48 hours to check if there is any liquid being accumulated again.

4. Bartolinectomy

Bartolinectomy is the surgery for complete removal of the Bartholin gland and is the last treatment option, when none of the other treatments had an effect or when inflammation of these glands is frequent. Understand how Bartolinectomy is done and how recovery is.

5. Home treatment

The best form of home treatment for inflammation of the Bartholin's gland is a sitz bath with warm water at 35ºC for 15 minutes, at least 3 to 4 times a day. The sitz bath helps the glands to relax and release the liquid that is accumulating inside, reducing inflammation and all associated discomfort.

However, it is also possible to add to the sitz bath some medicinal plants with anti-inflammatory, anti-bactericidal, antiseptic or gynecological healing properties, such as barbatimão or mastic, which will speed up medical treatment.

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