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A <\/span>Bartholin cys<\/span><\/a>t is typically a harmless issue that most women may not even be aware of. In fact, your doctor may discover that you have Bartholin’s cysts and inform you, without you never having known previously! However, for some women, you may run into the issue of a Bartholin cyst causing discomfort or pain, or even getting infected. When this happens, it is important to seek out medical care as soon as possible. But how would you know if your Bartholin cyst may be infected, and what can you do about it?<\/span><\/p>\n

What is a Bartholin Cyst?<\/span><\/h2>\n

A Bartholin cyst is a small cyst that you will find forming in the Bartholin\u2019s glands, which are located on the inside of the labia. These glands are responsible for helping to lubricate the vagina, and oftentimes they get plugged up, which causes fluid buildup and infection. It is estimated that at least 2% of women will have Bartholin\u2019s cysts at some point in their lifetimes. These cysts are often not painful or problematic at all, but there are times when they get infected and can cause issues that require a medical diagnosis.<\/span><\/p>\n

Signs of a Bartholin Cyst<\/span><\/h2>\n

While medical professionals aren\u2019t quite sure what causes Bartholin\u2019s cysts to form, they often crop up in women in the reproductive age, with the chance of them decreasing as a woman ages and hits menopause. There are several signs to watch out for when you think you may have a Bartholin\u2019s cyst. If you start feeling any of these symptoms, inform your doctor as soon as possible in order to prevent the infection from worsening. Some symptoms of an infected Bartholin\u2019s include:<\/span><\/p>\n