Patient's question:
Doctor, my husband went to the hospital for a thorough examination a few weeks ago and was diagnosed with a Bartholin's cyst. He just had surgery last week, and he's been particularly eager to have sex these past couple of days, so I wanted to ask you, how long after surgery is it generally safe to resume sexual activity?Doctor's answer:
After undergoing surgery for a Bartholin's gland cyst, it is best not to have sexual activity for at least one month. This is because Bartholin's gland cysts may not have fully healed after surgery. Engaging in sexual activity could easily lead to reinfection. Therefore, it is important to be cautious and restrain yourself. Additionally, it is also important to maintain good hygiene in the genital area and avoid consuming spicy or irritating foods, as these could also potentially trigger a recurrence.