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Female reproductive anatomy

Abscess - Bartholin's; Infected Bartholin's gland

• A tender lump on either side of the vaginal opening
• Fever
• Pain with sexual intercourse

A pelvic examination reveals an enlarged and tender Bartholin's gland.

• Tests may be done to determine if gonorrhea is the cause.
• Fluid drainage may be collected for lab analysis.
• A biopsy may be recommended in older women to rule out an underlying Bartholin's gland tumor.

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.