Bartholin's cyst
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What is Bartholin's cyst?
Bartholin's cyst refers to the fluid-filled bump that can form and block the ducts of the Bartholin's glands. The Bartholin's glands are located on each side of the vaginal opening and are responsible for secreting lubricating fluid into the vagina.
Common symptoms reported by people with Bartholin's cyst
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Who has Bartholin's cyst on PatientsLikeMe?
- 0 new patients joined this month
- 14 say Bartholin's cyst is their primary condition
Age | Proportion | # of patients |
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<20 | 0 | |
20s | 4 | |
30s | 9 | |
40s | 7 | |
50s | 8 | |
60s | 0 | |
70+ | 1 |
Age at first symptom | Proportion | # of patients |
---|---|---|
0-19 years | 1 | |
20-29 years | 3 | |
30-39 years | 1 | |
40-49 years | 1 | |
50-59 years | 0 | |
60-69 years | 0 | |
70+ years | 0 |
Distribution of sex
Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
---|---|---|
Male | 0 | |
Female | 30 |
Diagnosis status | Proportion | # of patients |
---|---|---|
Diagnosed | 8 | |
Not Diagnosed | 0 |