Hi chandana totally understood your situation. But if the cyst big and pus filled ,it should be drained, since you are not willing to do that please try the below given medicines for 7days, if you are feeling g comfortable then continue it for another 7days
1.punarnavadi kwatham tab 2-0-2 before food 2.Thriphala guggulu 2-0-2 after food 3.Guggulu panchapala churnam ½tsp+ Avipathy churnam ½tsp twice daily after food with honey
Externally 1.Thriphaladi churnam- make paste with boiled and cooled water- apply over the area in a thin layer , leave it for 1-2hour, then remove .
Thriphala churnam how you are using ?(internal/external?), please continue that with the above mentioned medications.
*Avoid too spicy oily sweet foods *Avoid processed and junk foods *Take more vegetables and fruits *Take 3 litre water /day
As you told that your cyst is painless but enlarged So it will take time likely 2-8 weeks to cure
Rx. Externally 1.Hot sitz bath with trifala kwath
2.Vaginal wash - with trifala kwath +rock salt
Internally 1.Chandrprabha vati 1 tab twice a day 2.Kanchnar Guggulu 1 tab twice a day 3.Vriddhi badhika vati 1 tab twice a day 6.Patrangasava 15 ml with equal amount of water after food
Avoid Oily, spicy, and junk food Practice Bhujangasana
Dear chandana your issue is curable,but kindly consult to ayirvedic stree sog visheshagya in person. To get an clearity of kind of cyst.
Hello Chandana, Thank you for sharing your concern. I can understand your concern regarding your bartholin cust. A Bartholin’s cyst that has persisted for 2 years and increases after intimacy can feel frustrating and emotionally distressing but don’t worry we are here to help. You out 😊
Since it’s painless and about 2 inches, it’s not infected yet and this is the best time to treat it without surgery.
TREATMENT GOALS
☑️Shrink or dissolve the cyst ☑️Stop recurrent white discharge after intimacy ☑️Prevent regrowth naturally ☑️Avoid surgery if possible
AYURVEDIC TREATMENT
✅INTERNAL MEDICATION
1 Kanchanar Guggulu 1-0-1 after meals ( Shrinks cysts & swelling) 2 Triphala Guggulu 1-0-1 daily after meals (Anti-inflammatory) 3 Ashokarishta 15 ml -0-15ml with equal water, after meals ( Balances vaginal secretions) 4.Chandraprabha Vati 2-0-2 daily (reduces discharge )
👉 You can continue Triphala Churna at night for mild bowel regulation, but it won’t help alone with the cysts
✅ External Application + Sitz Bath
**Herbal Sitz Bath **– Daily Nimba + Aragwadha choorna - Take 5 gms of each in 3 litres of water boil and reduce to half and pour in a large tub, sit in the medicated water tub for 20 mins 👉 Helps reduce toxins, reduce cyst swelling & discharge
** Local Application** If surface swelling is palpable
Mix Lodhra churna + Honey into a paste Apply externally (not inside) over cyst area this will Reduces Kapha and helps shrink cyst
✅ DIET MODIFICATION
✅ Include:
Warm foods: barley, lauki, moong daL Black raisins, pomegranate, amla Turmeric milk (use cow milk only) Jeera water, coriander tea
❌ Avoid:
Dairy: curd, paneer, cheese Sugar, cold drinks, bakery food Heavy fried items Non-veg food, especially during infection or discharge
✅ Married Life & Intimacy Care
As you are newly married consider following ☑️If cyst increases after intimacy, avoid excess friction or dryness ☑️Apply Eladi taila or coconut oil externally to reduce irritation ☑️Keep vaginal area dry and clean post-intercourse ☑️Avoid intercourse when discharge is excessive or cyst feels tender
When to Consider Surgery?
Only if: ☑️Pain develops suddenly ☑️Cyst gets infected (fever, pus) ☑️Size increases despite 3 months of Ayurveda
👉 Otherwise, natural treatment works well especially when caught early like in your case
Ayurveda has helped many women like you avoid surgery with consistent and care
Wishing you comfort, confidence and good health😊
Warm Regards Dr. Snehal vidhate
HELLO CHANDANA,
A bartholin cyst occurs when the duct of the bartholins gland becomes blocked, leading to fluid accumulation . Size= A 2 inch cyst is quite large and unlikely to resolve entirely with home treatment alone- but symptoms relief and size reduction may be possible
In Ayurveda, bartholin’s cyst can be correlated to -Yoni granthi(vaginal cystic swelling) or Yoni kanda(growth in vaginal area) -rooted in Kapha dosha accumulation, often combined with pitta, especially if inflammation or discharge is present. - srotorodha(blockage of bodily channels) leads to fluid accumulation ans swelling - emotional factors like repressed emotions , sexual dissatisfaction or stress can also be aggravating factors
PATHOGENESIS -Kapha dosha aggravation-> sticky, heavy, qualities block the ducts of the bartholins gland. -pitta dosha aggravation-> leads to inflammation, discharge and heat -the blocked gland collects mucus and fluid-> leads to cyst formation -over time, if untreated, it can become chronic and hard
TREATMENT PLAN
1) KANCHANAR GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after meals with warm water = resolves cysts, scraping, kapha pitta hara
2) TRIPHALA GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after meals with lukewarm water = anti-inflammatory, detoxifying, wound healing
3) VARUNADI KASHAYA= 20 ml with equal water twice daily before food =reduces swelling promotes urine and glandular drainage, dissolves cystic masses
4) PUNARNAVADI MANDUR= 2 tabs twice daily after meals = helps with absorption and reducing oedematous sweeliing
LOCAL THERAPY
1) SITZ BATH WITH -triphala decoction or neem+ turmeric decoction =boil 1 tbsp triphala powder in 2 L water until reduced to 1.5 L -cool to lukewarm, sit in it for 20 min, once or twice a day
=it opens ducts, reduce inflammation, aids natural rupture if possible
2) HERBAL PASTE APPLICATION = Nirgundi+ turmeric paste -mix powder with sesame oil apply over the external swelling(not inside vagina) -leave for 30 min and wash off
3) OIL MASSAGE= kumari taila =helps reduce kapha mass and promote local circulation
DIET -warm, light, easy to digest food - moong dal soup, rice gruel, khichdi - vegetables= lauki, turmeric, neem, bitterkoud -warm turmeric water -garlic and ginger= best anti inflammatory
AVOID -daily-milk, panner, yogurt -fired, cold, or heavy foods - sugar, chocolates, bakery product -excess salt, spicy food-can aggravate pitta if infection risk -alcohol and caffeine
LIFESTYLE -wear loose cotton underwear -maintain genital hygiene without harsh soaps -after intercourse, gently clean and dry the vulva area - avoid suppressing natural urges-urine, stool -avoid sitting for long periods without breaks
YOGA -baddhakonsana -viparita karani -shavsana
HOME REMEDIES garlic compress- -crush 1 clove of garlic, warp in clean cloth -apply gently over the area for 10 min ,then remove -acts as natural antimicrobial and kapha pacifier -use only if cyst is not broken or open
EXPECTED RESULT TIMELINE
2 WEEKS= reduction in swelling, or discomfort 4-6 WEEKS= improves glandular function, reduce reccureence 8-12 WEEKS= drinking or rupture of the cyst= non infected one
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
Divya cystoghrit diamond tab Divya seabuckthron cap=1-1 before meal twice daily
Divya kanchnar ghan vati Divya punarnawadi mandoor Divya vridhiwadika vati-2–0-2 tab after meal twice daily
Do MOOLBAND (keegal exercise)daily=15 min VAZRASANA TITLIASNA=10 min daily…must do
AVOID spicy/junk food/maida
SITZ bath=Triphla powder+kasisadi oil=at night and morning
You can cured definitely
Can start on kanchanara guggulu- Stri rasyana vati - 1 tab twice daily after food with lukewarm water
Hi chandana this is Dr Vinayak as considering your problem First you should clear your white discharge problem and infection in that area Rx - chandraprabha vati 1-0-1 after food *Kanchanara guggulu 1-0-1 after food *Vaginal wash with panchavalkal solution 20drops in warm water * Marma gutika external application… You to rub the medicine with same panchavalkal solution and apply over cyst then vaginal wash It will help to cure white discharge and cyst swelling
Bartholin’s cyst is the closure of duct of bartholin’s gland. When you are intimate, the gland produce more fluid and it will increase the pressure and size of cyst, this is the cause for pain during intimacy.
Marsupialisation is the grafting surgery for bartholin’s cyst. It is simple, can be done under local anesthesia, post operative complication is almost nil.
As your condition is 2 years long, you can try ayurvedic medicines for 4-6 weeks. If there is no change in your condition, you can go for marsupialisation.
1. Punarnava mandoora 1-0-1 after food. 2. Triphala guggulu 1-1-1 after food. 3. Do sitz bath with Triphala and neem leaves for 15 minutes.
🛑 Avoid curd, cheese, cold milk, fried and processed foods, sugar. 🛑 Avoid sitting for long periods.
Don’t worry chandana, Start taking1.Kanchnaar guggulu 1-0-1 for chewing 2.Vridhivadhika vati 1-0-1 3.Varunaadi kwath 20 ml with 30 ml of lukewarm water empty stomach twice in a day. Wash the affected area with the help of PANCHVALKAL KASHAYAM… Follow up after 30 days.
Bartholin’s cysts, particularly when they are pain-free, can sometimes be managed using Ayurvedic principles. Since surgery has been suggested, it’s important to proceed carefully. In Ayurveda, we focus on reducing kleda (fluid retention) and balancing kapha dosha, which is often linked to cysts. While you are experiencing white discharge during intimacy, this suggests an imbalance that also involves vata dosha, considering your age and symptoms.
First, ensure a healthy diet that’s low in fat and refined sugars, as these can aggravate kapha. Prefer warm, light meals that aid digestion—such as soups or stews—incorporate spices like cumin, coriander, and ginger to enhance agni, or digestive fire. Drink warm water throughout the day to aid detoxification and clearance of any ama (toxins).
Triphala churna, although beneficial, might not be enough alone. You could add Guggulu formulations like “Kanchnaar Guggulu,” taken two times a day with warm water after meals; it’s known for its ability to reduce glandular swellings and imbalances.
Apply warm castor oil compresses to the cyst area—that can be soothing and help drainage. Boil a little water, soak a clean cloth, pour some castor oil onto it, and place on the cyst for 10 - 15 minutes once daily.
Maintain a regular routine of gentle yoga, focusing on postures that enhance pelvic circulation, like Baddha Konasana (Butterfly pose). Reducing stress through meditation or pranayama (such as Nadi Shodhana) is also useful, balancing the mind and aiding overall healing.
Since your symptoms exacerbate upon intimacy and given your recent marriage, it might be beneficial to use a pH-balanced lubricant—though Ayurveda might not solve this directly, it can ensure no extra irritation.
If symptoms persist or worsen, immediate medical intervention is crucial. Ayurvedic remedies should complement, not replace, urgent care options. Always consult with a qualified practitioner before adding new treatments.
HI CHANDANA,
Managing a bartholins cyst- especially one that has persisted for 2 years- can be challenging without surgery, but in mild, non infected cases, ayurvedic and natural remedies can help reduce recurrence or manage symptoms. since yours is painless, about 2 inches, and increases during intimacy, it sounds like chronic, non infected cyst that may be filling with fluid during arousal.
NON SURGICAL APPROACH
1) LOCAL TREATMENT
SITZ BATH= sit in a tub of water mixed with -neem leaves -turmeric- 1 tsp - rock salt- 1 tsp do this twice daily for 20 minutes -helps to soften the cyst and reduce inflammation.
HERBAL PASTE apply a paste of -turmeric+aloe vera gel(equal parts)= apply on the outer labia, close to the cyst not inside the vagina, once daily for 15-20 mins before washing - KANCHANAR GUGGULU powder + honey= mix and apply as a mild lepa
INTERNAL MEDICINES
1) KANCHANAR GUGGULU(main remedy for cysts and fibroids) =2 tabs twice daily after meals with lukewarm water =helps in reducing cystic growth by breaking down accumulated kapha and meda fatty tissues
2) TRIPHALA GUGGULU= if you are already using triphala churna, try switching to triphala guggulu tablet instead = 2 tab twice daily after meals
3) MANJISTHA CAPSULES= 1 cap twice daily in morning and night =helps with blood purification and hormonal balance
4) DASHMOOLARISHTA= 20 ml with equal waterr twice daily before meals = cyst with pelvic congestion
IMPORTANT TIPS -avoid spicy, fried, overly sweet food-these increase kapha and pitta -practice hygiene and gentle cleansing of the vaginal area -avoid tight underwear or synthetic material that blocked ventilation -during intimacy, if the cyst swells, avoid pressure or friction in the area -practice vaginal cleansing with triphala decoction
WHEN AYURVEDDIC MANAGEMENT MAY NOT WORK ALONE if -the cyst cotinues to grow - becomes painful or infected - causes pain during intercourse
Then marsupialization or surgical removal may eventually be necessary.
THANK YOU
DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA
