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What does treatment for a Bartholin’s cyst include?

  • A. topical antibiotics
  • B. warm compress
  • C. cold packs
  • D. topical steroids
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: warm compress. Warm compress helps to promote drainage and relieve pain in Bartholin's cyst. It helps to soften the cyst and facilitate its resolution. Topical antibiotics (choice A) are not typically effective as the cyst is a closed sac. Cold packs (choice C) may worsen symptoms by constricting blood vessels. Topical steroids (choice D) are not indicated for Bartholin's cyst treatment as they do not address the underlying cause.