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Bartholin Cyst. Given Fucidin Ointment, Ditz Bath. Is There A Cure?
I have had a bartholin cyst for a week. My doctor gave me fucidin ointment and told me to take ditz baths 3 times each day then apply the ointment. I have been doing this and the cyst has become smaller but it has not gone away. It is quite redefined following the baths and fucidin application. applicationS can be uncomfortable to sit and walk. The area feels like it is burning. What is happening? Is there a cure? Should I go back to my doctor or continue to use the ointment? Thank you.
Wed, 17 Jul 2013
Hello ma'am.
A Bartholin's cyst is treated like any other cyst, with antibacterial therapy.
Fucidin is a topical ointment used to treat superficial bacterial skin infections. It will be effective in treating your condition. But if it has been ineffective in completely ridding you of your presentation then there is an option of adding systemic antibiotics to your regimen. Please consult your doctor about this.
Continue with the sitz baths, you could also add some epsom salt to your baths. Application of warm compresses during the day will also help.
Please continue with the fucidin and consider the addition of the systemic antibiotics after discussing this with your doctor.
Hope this helps.
Take care.
A Bartholin's cyst is treated like any other cyst, with antibacterial therapy.
Fucidin is a topical ointment used to treat superficial bacterial skin infections. It will be effective in treating your condition. But if it has been ineffective in completely ridding you of your presentation then there is an option of adding systemic antibiotics to your regimen. Please consult your doctor about this.
Continue with the sitz baths, you could also add some epsom salt to your baths. Application of warm compresses during the day will also help.
Please continue with the fucidin and consider the addition of the systemic antibiotics after discussing this with your doctor.
Hope this helps.
Take care.
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