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Lump in the lower area that hurts to the touch: Bartholin's Cyst, why does it keep recurring?

Suddenly finding a lump in the vulva area that grows and causes pain can be very distressing. Severe pain while sitting or walking can significantly impact daily life. This is often a Bartholin's Cyst. If it keeps recurring, it signals a need to address internal health imbalances.

💡 [Key Answer] 3 most common causes of Bartholin's Cyst:

1. Blockage of the Bartholin's gland duct.
2. Inflammation due to bacterial infection.
3. Frequent recurrence due to low immunity and internal imbalance. Dalimchae focuses on constitutional improvement to alleviate pain and prevent recurrence by balancing the body's immunity.

It happens when the duct of the Bartholin's gland, which secretes lubricating fluid, becomes blocked. The fluid builds up, forming a cyst. Bacterial infections can lead to painful abscesses. Recurrence is often linked to overall weakened immunity and poor pelvic circulation.

Surgical treatments like drainage or marsupialization address the immediate symptoms but may not fix the underlying cause. If the body's immune environment isn't improved, the blockage can happen again.

We view the cyst as a result of "damp-heat" or "blood stasis" in the lower abdomen. Research shows that herbal treatments combined with acupuncture and herbal washes can significantly reduce cyst size and pain while preventing future episodes by improving circulation and immunity.

Our goal is to create a body where inflammation doesn't take hold. Through customized herbal medicine, we remove damp-heat, improve circulation, and strengthen the immune system. This approach also helps with other conditions like vaginitis or cystitis.

Self-Diagnosis Checklist

• A lump is felt in the vulva area.
• The lump is getting larger.
• Discomfort or pain while sitting or walking.
• Heat or severe pain when touching the lump.
• Pain during intercourse.
• History of Bartholin's cyst.
• Frequent fatigue or low immunity.
• Other feminine health issues.

3+ items: Suspected stage. Consider autonomic/immune treatment. 5+ items: Professional diagnosis and treatment recommended.

Q. How long does treatment take? It varies by size and recurrence history, but smaller cysts improve quickly with consistent care. Q. Can it be treated without surgery? Yes, Korean medicine is effective at improving the immune environment to prevent recurrence fundamentally.

At Dalimchae, we find the cause and restore your health.

Medical Supervision: Oh Hyun-min, Korean Medicine Doctor (Songdo Branch).