Patient's question:
A week ago, my boyfriend and I had sexual intercourse without protection. He previously had prostatitis. A few days later, I developed a swelling in my genital area. After seeing the doctor again yesterday, he said it was a Bartholin's cyst and that surgery with drainage is required. I would like to ask if this surgery requires hospitalization? Can I wear normal clothes after the surgery? How many days will it take to fully heal? Will it recur? Is the recurrence rate high? Finally, I would like to ask if this is related to my boyfriend's prostatitis?Doctor's answer:
Hello: This surgery does not require hospitalization. It is usually treated through surgery. After the surgery, there needs to be bed rest. It will take about a month to heal completely, but there may be a chance of recurrence. It has nothing to do with men's prostatitis. After treatment, attention should be paid to personal hygiene, and underwear should be washed and changed frequently.Finally, during the treatment period, patients need to follow a dietary regimen, maintain regular sleep patterns, actively participate in physical exercise, regulate physical and mental health, and maintain personal hygiene to avoid bacterial invasion due to weakened immunity.