Infectious Disease Compendium

Bartholin abscess

Diagnosis

A labial abscess (PubMed).

Epidemiologic Risks

More often in the middle age.

Microbiology

E. coli and Streptococci but many organisms can cause infection.

Empiric Therapy

Varies according to local susceptibility.

Specific Therapy

I&D then let your cultures be your guide.

Pearls

Rants

Last Update: 05/08/18.