Re: Bartholin's Survey

Posted on July 17, 2005 at 10:22:06 PM by S.P

What is your age?
3. 22-27

How long have you been affected by Bartholin’s cysts and/or abscesses?
5. more than 8 years

How old were you when your first cyst/abscess appeared?
2. 16-21

Were you sexually active when your first cyst/abscess appeared?
1. yes

Do your cysts/abscesses seem to reoccur with sexual activity?
3. unsure

What kind of undergarments do you wear?
1. briefs

Have you had reoccurring cysts (not acne) on other parts of your body?
2. no

Have you had reoccurring acne?
3. no

Do you perspire/sweat excessively?
2. no

Do you feel you “overlubricate” (experience excessive vaginal wetness)?
1. yes

Do you have a regular, balanced diet?
3. Somewhat – about 50/50 healthy/junk food

How many Bartholin’s gland cysts (BGCs) have you had?
3. 3

Have your Bartholin’s gland cysts (BGCs) occurred on the same side?
3. no

What treatments have you had for your Bartholin’s gland cysts (BGCs)?
6. marsupialization surgery

Overall, what treatment have for your BGCs or BGAs do you feel has been most successful?
4. marsupialization (but did come back at a later date)