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Women usually have cysts that are small, painless and usually go away on their own (inclusively). However, if the lumps are shaped like pouches lying around the vulva or vagina, it is possible that there are epidermal cysts. These cysts are usually painless, especially small in size. Vaginal cysts can form from trauma, surgery, childbirth, or appear unexplained. You should keep an eye on these cysts, as they can become painful and irritating, especially during an infection.

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Part 1 of 2: Diagnosis and monitoring of a cyst

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   Consider what type of cyst your cyst is in. Most vaginal cysts are epidermal cysts. These cysts are small, painless, often unmarked and go away on their own. If you see cysts on both sides of the vaginal opening, it is likely that there are Bartholin's gland cysts. Normally, these glands have the function of secreting fluid that lubricates the lips of the vagina and vaginal opening, but when the glands become blocked, fluid-filled cysts form. Less common types of cysts that can develop inside the vagina include:
   • Gartne tube cysts: These cysts form during fetal development and disappear after birth. Cysts that develop in a later stage need to be diagnosed with magnetic resonance imaging.
   • Muller Tube Cysts: These cysts develop from fetal structures, usually disappear after birth, but not in some cases. These cysts are filled with mucus and can form anywhere in the vaginal wall.

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   Watch for signs of infection. Most cysts will not cause discomfort, but you will notice some signs if they become infected. It is important to pay attention to these symptoms to seek medical attention quickly. Signs of infection include:
   • A lump near the vaginal opening, painful or painful
   • Redness and swelling around the tumor
   • Discomfort while walking or sitting
   • Pain during intercourse
   • Fever

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   Know when to see a doctor. You should call your general practitioner or gynecologist if you have symptoms of an infection or if pain is in the cyst. A common infection or a sexually transmitted disease can cause cysts to become uncomfortable. These cases require medical treatment. You should let your doctor know if the cyst recurs, even if home remedies are effective. Recurrent cysts need to be treated with surgery.
   • Women over the age of 40 with a Bartholin's gland cyst need surgery to remove the cyst. Your doctor will perform tests to rule out cancer, although Bartholin's adenocarcinoma is extremely rare.

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   Follow your doctor's orders. In addition to testing for cysts to find cancer, your doctor may need to treat an infected cyst. Treatments may include draining the Bartholin's cyst with an incision and held open with stitches that are removed a few days later. You may be given a tube to drain the cyst. Your doctor may also surgically remove a cyst if it recurs, if it is large in size, or painful.
   • Remember that most vaginal cysts do not require treatment and they go away on their own. If they do not go away on their own, these cysts remain small and painless.

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   Get regular gynecological examination. If your cysts have been removed, you should have regular check-ups to see if they return. Anyway, periodic gynecological examination is also a must. The gynecological exams can detect cysts and cervical cancer early. The American Association of Physicians recommends that women with a moderate risk of cervical cancer need a new cervical smear and new scheduled gynecological examination as follows:
   • Age 21 to 29: every 3 years
   • Age 30 to 65: every 3 years (or get tested for HPV and smear every 5 years)
   • Over 65 years: no need to examine if the latest test is normal
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Part 2 of 2: Home treatment of vaginal cysts

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   Soak a sitz bath. Fill the toilet bowl with warm water. This is an object that will help you sit in and soak your genitals. Add 1-2 tablespoons of epsom salt and stir to dissolve. Sit in the tub for 10-20 minutes, 2 times a day. You should soak in a sitz bath for 3-4 days or until the cyst condition improves.
   • You can buy a sitz bath at a pharmacy or medical equipment store. If you don't have a sitz bath, simply fill the tub with water a few inches.

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   Soak apple cider vinegar. Although more research is still needed, it is believed that apple cider vinegar may help reduce the size and swelling of vaginal cysts. You can mix 1 cup of apple cider vinegar in a sitz bath and soak it, or soak a cotton ball in apple cider vinegar and apply it to the cyst for 30 minutes twice a day until the swelling subsides.
   • Although apple cider vinegar is a popular home remedy, scientists recommend not to rely on vinegar as a medical treatment.

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   Use a warm compress. Fill the bottle with hot water and cover with a clean cloth. Apply a water bottle to the cyst to relieve pain. You could also try using a hot pack, but be sure to place a cloth between your skin and the pack. Be careful not to burn delicate vaginal tissues.
   • You can also soak a cotton or felt cloth in hot water, squeeze out the water, and apply it to the cyst.

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   Apply the aloe mixture. Mix 1-2 tablespoons of aloe vera gel with ¼ - ½ teaspoon of turmeric powder. Mix thoroughly until a dough mixture. Use a cotton ball or cotton swab to apply the mixture to the cyst. Leave for 20-30 minutes, once a day. Do not wash or wipe it off, just let the mixture dissolve on its own.
   • You can use tampons daily so that the turmeric color does not stain your clothes.
   • Studies have proven that turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties. This can help reduce irritation caused by vaginal cysts.

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   Take an over-the-counter pain reliever. Cysts usually take a few days to clear, so you may need to take pain relievers like ibuprofen or acetaminophen. If you still feel a lot of pain after taking over-the-counter pain relievers, contact your doctor.
   • Always follow the manufacturer's instructions for dosage and duration of medication administration.

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   Avoid irritating the cyst. Never rub the cyst, even when wiping it off. A regular bath or bath is enough to keep the area of ​​the cystic skin clean. You should never douche, as this is not necessary, can irritate the cyst, and in general, be detrimental to the health of a woman.
   • Since cyst irritation should be avoided, you should use tampons instead of tampons during your period.
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Advice

• Abscesses (infected cysts) do not always drain immediately. You must wait until the cyst can drain, which is when the cyst has hardened. If the cyst breaks too soon, no fluid will drain and may need to drain. If you cannot drain, you may be prescribed an antibiotic, soak the cyst at home and usually be scheduled to come back in 24-48 hours to have it checked. Sometimes a cyst will rupture and drain without intervention.