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I have a bartholin cyst
It's a very painful, grape sized lump, got it four days ago and pain has increased since yesterday and I'm unable to walk. Kindly help me with some medicine.
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Take tab cefi'xime 200mg one morning and one evening for 5 days.
Tab combiflam one every 8hours for 3 days.
Apply sumeg ointment over it, 2 to 3 times daily.
Do some hot and cold fomentation.
Get cbc done and share results.
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Tab. zerodol sp. two times daily for 5 days
tab. pan 40mg. once daily before breakfast for 5 days
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Hello,
I understand you are in significant pain. Based on your description of a "grape-sized lump" and the fact that the pain has increased to the point where you are unable to walk, this suggests that the cyst has likely developed into an abscess (an infection).
Why Medicine Alone Isn't Enough:
When a Bartholin's cyst becomes infected and forms an abscess, topical creams or oral antibiotics alone often cannot penetrate the area effectively to resolve the lump. The pressure from the trapped fluid is what is causing your severe pain.
Immediate Recommendations
Urgent Physical Examination: You must visit a Gynecologist immediately. They need to examine the area to check for signs of infection (redness, warmth, fluctuance).
Potential Procedure: If it is indeed an abscess, the doctor may need to perform a minor procedure called Incision and Drainage (I&D). This involves making a small opening to drain the fluid, which typically provides almost instant relief from the intense pain.
Pain Management: Until you reach the clinic, you can take an over-the-counter pain reliever (like Ibuprofen or Paracetamol) and try a Sitz Bath (sitting in a few inches of warm water for 10–15 minutes). This can sometimes help the cyst drain naturally, though an abscess usually requires a doctor's help.
Red Flags
If you develop a high fever, chills, or if the redness begins to spread rapidly, please head to an emergency department immediately.
Summary: Please do not try to squeeze or pop the lump yourself, as this can worsen the infection. See a gynecologist today for a professional drainage procedure and a course of antibiotics.
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Visit nearby gynecologist
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Bartholin’ cysts are at a very uncomfortable place so you need to take an antibiotic and anti inflammatory cover to subside it but it recurs again. So for a complete cure, you need to consult a gynaecologist and get it removed which is a very small and simple day procedure.
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Visit a gynaecologist
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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It's Berthold ABCESS
IF GOT A NICK ALL PUS COMES OUT N U RELIVED , SO GO TO GYNAC OR GENERAL SURGEON.
TILL THAN,
CLAVUM 1000 TWO TIMES AFTER FOOD FOR 7 DAYS.
ZERODOL SP THREE TIMES A DAY AFTER FOOD FOR FIVE TO 7 DAYS.
MONTEK LC ONE AT NIGHT AFTER DINNER FOR 7 DAYS.
HOT FOAMNTATION WITH HOT WATER ADD BORIC POWDER 1/2 TSF.
IT MAY BURST NATURALLY.
CLEAN IT UP.
APPLY
T BACT OINT SPRINKLE NEOSPORINE POWDER
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A painful, grape-sized lump that is making walking difficult suggests that the Bartholin cyst has likely progressed into an abscess (infection). Since the pain is increasing rapidly, simple home remedies might not be sufficient. You likely need a course of broad-spectrum antibiotics and analgesics to control the infection and pain. A physical examination by a Gynecologist is mandatory to check if 'Incision and Drainage' (I&D) is required to provide immediate relief."
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Try a Sitz bath (sitting in a tub of warm water for 15-20 minutes, 3-4 times a day). This is more effective than a simple warm compress as it helps in natural drainage and reduces inflammation. Wear loose cotton underwear to avoid further irritation in the area. Take a rest until you see a doctor."
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Do not try to squeeze or pop the lump yourself, as this can push the infection deeper into the tissues and lead to severe complications. Since you are unable to walk, this is considered a medical emergency—please visit the nearest emergency room or a gynecologist today."
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Apply a warm compress for 20 minutes several times for natural drainage and relieve pain. Because the pain is increasing and you are unable to walk, a medical evaluation is recommended
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
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7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Dinesh Mehta
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3 yrs exp
Jaipur
Please visit nearby hospital and consult with gynecologist physically.
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
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6 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intaje more
Do connect and consult
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Dr. Nazia Begum M.G
General Physician
15 yrs exp
Belgaum
Consult online
U need to consult local gynaecologist for minor surgery
Get an examination done
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