Treating bartholin’s cyst with homoeopathy: A narrative review

Abstract

Bartholin glands are paired mucus-secreting glands located posterolaterally at the vaginal introitus, contributing to vulvovaginal lubrication. Obstruction of the duct may lead to retention of secretions and formation of a unilateral, fluctuant Bartholin’s cyst, while secondary infection can result in a painful abscess with local inflammation and systemic features. Small cysts are often asymptomatic, but larger cysts and abscesses may impair mobility, sitting, and sexual activity, with recurrence common after inadequate duct management. Conventional care includes conservative measures for uncomplicated cysts and procedural interventions such as incision and drainage, Word catheter placement, or marsupialisation for abscesses. Homoeopathy is sought by some patients for individualized, symptom-based care. This narrative review outlines clinical features, remedy differentials based on totality of symptoms, and emphasizes safety thresholds for referral. The evidence specific to Bartholin’s cyst in Homoeopathy remains limited and heterogeneous, largely based on traditional sources rather than controlled trials. Integrative management with clear red-flag recognition is essential to ensure patient safety.