Patient's question:
Disease Description (Main Symptoms): Swelling is relatively largeDoctor's answer:
Hello! The Bartholin's glands are responsible for secreting mucus to lubricate the vagina. They originally have their own openings, but if inflammation or debris blocks the mucus from being expelled, they can swell and form Bartholin's gland cysts.Medical Advice: If the swelling is severe, it may rupture on its own, releasing pus and then healing. However, the rupture site will close, leading to recurrence of swelling. If a pouch is created to form an artificial new opening, the mucus and debris inside the Bartholin's glands can be expelled, preventing further recurrence.
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