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Vaginal Cyst/ Bartholin Cyst - What you need to know

Vaginal Cyst are also called Inclusion Cyst.These are small painless cyst usually go unnoticed and clear on there own.If you have cyst that you see on either side of your vaginal opening these are called as Bartholin Gland Cyst.Inclusion cyst are small and our located on the lower back of the vaginal wall.Bartholin gland cyst are fluid filled cyst formed on the Bartholin gland.

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What are Vaginal Cysts?

A vaginal cyst is a benign sac-like growth filled with air, fluid or pus that develops in the vaginal wall. Most develop on or under the lining of the vagina. he Bartholins (BAHR-toe-linz) glands are located on each side of the vaginal opening. These glands secrete fluid that helps lubricate the vagina.view more

How is it Diagnosed ?When to consult a Doctor?

Vaginal cysts are diagnosed during gynecological examination with the help of mirrors; they look like round or oblong formations of a tight-elastic or soft-elastic consistency. Vaginal cysts are differentiated with vaginal wall prolapse, cystocele and rectocele.

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Causes

  • Vaginal inclusion cysts are the most common. These may form due to injury to the vaginal walls during the birth process or after surgery.
  • Gartner duct cysts develop on the side walls of the vagina.
  • Bartholin cyst or abscess forms when fluid or pus builds up and forms a lump in one of the Bartholin glands. These glands are found on each side of the vaginal opening.
  • Endometriosis may appear as small cysts in the vagina. This is uncommon.
  • Benign tumors of the vagina are uncommon. They are most often composed of cysts.

Symptoms

  • Small lump along the vaginal wall or on the lips.
  • The cyst might stay the same size or grow larger.
  • Vaginal Cyst are generally Painless.

Causes

  • Vaginal inclusion cysts are the most common. These may form due to injury to the vaginal walls during the birth process or after surgery.
  • Gartner duct cysts develop on the side walls of the vagina.
  • Bartholin cyst or abscess forms when fluid or pus builds up and forms a lump in one of the Bartholin glands. These glands are found on each side of the vaginal opening.
  • Endometriosis may appear as small cysts in the vagina. This is uncommon.
  • Benign tumors of the vagina are uncommon. They are most often composed of cysts.

Symptoms

  • Small lump along the vaginal wall or on the lips.
  • The cyst might stay the same size or grow larger.
  • Vaginal Cyst are generally Painless.

When to go for surgery?What would be a complication if not treated?

Vaginal surgery is generally small in size and is treated with antibiotics.Vaginal surgery is surgery that takes place within your vagina.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A vaginal cyst is an uncommon benign cyst that develops in the vaginal wall. It occurs when a gland or duct becomes clogged, causing liquid or other material to collect inside a pocket. A cyst can develop in any part of the body.

There are different vaginal cysts, including vaginal inclusion cyst, Gartners cyst, Bartholins cyst, and Mullerian cyst.

A vaginal inclusion cyst develops on the lower back of the vaginal wall. This type of cyst is tiny and unlikely to get noticed. However, an injury causes this vaginal cyst to develop on the vaginal wall. Sometimes, it may appear after childbirth or surgery.

The causes of a vaginal cyst depend on its type, size, number, and reasons.