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The University Hospital Rechts der Isar Munich was founded in 1834. It combines long traditions with the very latest advances in modern medicine. The medical facility includes 33 specialized departments and 20 interdisciplinary centers, where patients can receive top-class medical care in all medical fields. The hospital annuall
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According to the prestigious medical publication Focus, the University Hospital Tuebingen ranks among the top five German hospitals! The hospital was founded in 1805, therefore it is proud of its long history, unique experience, and outstanding achievements in the field of medical care, as well as research and teaching activitie
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University Hospital Ulm

University Hospital Ulm

Overall rating8.7 / 10
The University Hospital Ulm is an advanced medical complex that provides patients with high-class medical care using the very latest scientific achievements. The medical facility has been performing successful clinical activities for more than 40 years and has long earned an excellent reputation throughout Europe. The hospital r
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According to the reputable Focus magazine, the University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus Dresden ranks among the top five German hospitals! The hospital is the benchmark for modern high-quality medicine. Positioning itself as a maximum care medical facility, the hospital represents all medical fields. There are 26 specialized depart
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According to the reputable Focus magazine, the University Hospital Frankfurt am Main ranks among the top German medical facilities! The hospital was founded in 1914 and today is a well-known German medical facility, which combines rich traditions and scientific innovations. A medical team of more than 6,500 employees cares about
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According to the authoritative Focus magazine, the Charite University Hospital Berlin occupies the first place in the rating of the top German medical facilities! The hospital is one of the largest and leading university medical complexes in Europe. The hospital in Germany provides modern diagnostics and treatment of patients, a
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According to Focus magazine, the University Hospital Heidelberg ranks among the top five hospitals in Germany! The hospital is one of the most advanced and reputable medical institutions not only in Germany, but throughout Europe. There are more than 43 specialized departments and 13 medical institutes, which cover all fields of
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According to the Focus magazine, the University Hospital of Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich is regularly ranked among the best medical institutions in Germany! The hospital is the largest multidisciplinary medical facility, as well as a leading research and training center in Germany and Europe. The hospital is proud of i
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According to the Focus magazine, University Hospital Erlangen ranks among the best medical facilities in Germany! The hospital is one of the leading healthcare facilities in Bavaria and offers top-class medical care distinguished by the close intertwining of clinical activities with research and training of medical students. The
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According to the prestigious Focus magazine, the University Hospital Halle (Saale) ranks among the top German medical facilities! The history of the hospital has more than 300 years, and during this time it managed to earn an excellent reputation not only in Germany, but throughout the world. The hospital positions itself as a s
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According to the Focus magazine, the University Hospital Hamburg-Eppendorf ranks among the top ten hospitals in Germany! Since its foundation in 1889, the hospital has taken a leading position in the European medical arena and still occupies it until today. A highly competent medical team of more than 11,000 employees takes care
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According to the Focus magazine in 2019, the University Hospital Würzburg ranks among the top national German hospitals! The hospital is one of the oldest medical facilities in Germany. The centuries-old traditions of first-class treatment are combined with the very latest achievements of modern evidence-based medicine and
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According to the prestigious Focus magazine, the University Hospital RWTH Aachen ranks among the top German hospitals! As a maximum care university medical facility, the hospital guarantees patients first-class medical services combined with a respectful and human attitude. The hospital integrates all the modern options for the
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According to the authoritative Focus magazine, the University Hospital Duesseldorf ranks among the top Germany hospitals! The hospital is an excellent example of a combination of high-quality health care, research and teaching activities. With more than 50,000 inpatients and about 300,000 outpatients every year, the hospital is
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According to the Focus magazine, the University Hospital Muenster ranks among the top German hospitals! The hospital belongs to the most prestigious medical institutions in Germany. The hospital is distinguished by a high professionalism of its doctors, state-of-the-art technological equipment and the availability of the most ad
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University Hospital Bonn

University Hospital Bonn

Overall rating9.2 / 10
According to the authoritative Focus magazine, the University Hospital Bonn ranks among the top ten medical facilities in Germany! The hospital was opened on January 1, 2001, although in fact it inherits the medical facility, which operated at the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Bonn. The hospital in Germany combin
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About the disease

Bartholin gland abscess is an infection, which appears on the Bartholin`s glands, located on both sides of the vagina opening. Bartholin`s glands are generally responsible for providing lubrication to vagina during sexual intercourse.  It is manifested by pain, which can be sensed during walking or even sitting. Various gynecological infections can cause Bartholin gland abscess. Most commonly, it is accompanied by development of cyst in the Bartholin`s gland, which is also infected. Cyst or abscess itself can reach several centimeters in size and cause considerable pain. According to Healthline, approximately 2% of all female population develop Bartholin gland abscess during their lifetime. It is most common in women of reproductive age, which potentially can become pregnant.   

Bartholin gland abscess is usually caused by bacteria, which infect Bartholin`s gland. They can also cause swelling or obstruction. Bacteria, which can cause development of Bartholin gland abscess, is usually passed through sexual contact. These same bacteria cause chlamydia and gonorrhea. It is known as E.coli.

Bartholin gland abscess tends to progress quickly. Before abscess appears usually a cyst grows in on the Bartholin`s gland. It tends to grow very slowly, whereas abscess starts to manifest itself as pain almost immediately.  It rarely resolves on its own, that`s why a woman always needs to undergo treatment. 

Symptoms

  • Pain during any activity, when there is slightest pressure on vagina
  • Fever
  • Swollen vagina
  • Redness
  • Irritability
  • Sores

Diagnosis

  • During a physical examination a gynecologist will examine vagina for signs of lumps, which cause pain and which can indicate presence of abscess.
  • Sample test from a painful area, which can be conducted during a regular check-up, can also identify presence of abscess. It can also determine if a person has STD, which need to be treated as well to prevent appearance of other infections.
  • Biopsy is sometimes performed to rule out the possibility of tumor or other conditions, which can cause similar symptoms. 

Treatment

  • Treatment of Bartholin gland abscess usually involves drainage of infected Bartholin's gland. In early stages a patient may take special sitz bath and medicaments to alleviate the pain and reduce size of abscess, but most often person needs to undergo surgical intervention to completely drain the abscess.
  • Surgery is performed through the incision of the abscess, which is usually done by special catheter. Catheter is placed into Bartholin`s gland for several weeks. Over this time, catheter drains the abscess and heals the gland. Surgical treatment can be accompanied by conservative treatment, which includes prescription of antibiotics that block infectious bacteria and heal infection. 

Authors: Dr. Nadezhda IvanisovaDr. Farrukh Ahmed