Bartholin’s abscess


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Female reproductive anatomy
Female reproductive anatomy
Alternative Names

Abscess - Bartholin's; Infected Bartholin's gland


Prevention

Safer sex behaviors (especially condom use) and good personal hygiene may decrease the risk of developing a Bartholin's abscess.



Review Date: 09/19/2006
Reviewed By: Audra Robertson, MD, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.


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