Incision & Drainage (I&D) of Bartholin’s Abscess
Care Before the Procedure
- Inform clinician about allergies, medications, or bleeding disorders prior to surgery.
- Avoid applying topical creams or agents to the vulvar area.
- Arrange transportation if general anesthesia will be administered for safety.
- Maintain good perineal hygiene before attending the procedure.
Care During the Procedure
- Relax and follow instructions during local or general anesthesia administration.
- Remain still while the clinician makes an incision and drains the abscess.
- Communicate any discomfort or pain to the surgical team promptly.
- Allow marsupialization to be performed if needed to prevent recurrence.
Care After the Procedure
- Take prescribed antibiotics or pain relief as directed by the clinician.
- Use sitz baths regularly to reduce discomfort and promote healing.
- Avoid sexual activity until fully healed to prevent reinfection.
- Monitor for excessive pain, swelling, or discharge and report immediately.
Eligibility
- Women with painful Bartholin gland abscess requiring urgent drainage for relief.
- Individuals with recurrent abscesses where marsupialization is indicated to prevent further episodes.
- Patients experiencing swelling, redness, tenderness, or discomfort in the vulvar region.
- Women in good overall health without systemic infection or anesthesia contraindications.
- Inform clinician about allergies, medications, or bleeding disorders prior to surgery.
- Avoid applying topical creams or agents to the vulvar area.
- Arrange transportation if general anesthesia will be administered for safety.
- Maintain good perineal hygiene before attending the procedure.
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