Patient's question:
A lump grew on the left side of the external genitalia. It started small and gradually got larger. At first, it didn't hurt, but later, as it grew, it began to cause pain. I couldn't sit anymore. Later, I was hospitalized and had surgery,【excisional surgery】. However, three weeks after discharge, the lump grew back. Today, I went for a check-up, and it came back even larger. The doctor said I might need another surgery. I'm very afraid of having surgery again. What if it doesn't get better after the surgery?:, I hope the doctor can help. Maybe it's because I ride a bicycle, or perhaps it's because I sit for too long at work,., I also feel it might be related to the physical examination. The second day after the unit's check-up, I started feeling a bit uncomfortable. I also don't...Doctor's answer:
In your case, it is likely a Bartholin's gland cyst or abscess. Generally, surgical drainage is required for treatment.Medical Advice: Since you have already undergone surgery, it's possible that gauze drainage was not used, leading to the accumulation of pus within the gland. Combined with incomplete anti-inflammatory treatment, the swelling may have worsened after discharge.
Based on this situation, a larger drainage opening will be necessary to fully remove the pus. Anti-inflammatory treatment will be administered for 7 days. After discharge, it is important to maintain cleanliness in the external genital area. With proper treatment, the condition can usually be cured.
Don't be afraid—the surgery is minor and performed under anesthesia. Only by completing the treatment can recurrence be prevented.