Bartholinitis an inflammatory condition of one or both Bartholin's glands, caused by bacterial infection. Usually the causative microorganism is a species of Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, or Escherichia coli, or a strain of gonococcus. The condition is characterized by swelling of one or both glands, pain, and development of an abscess in the infected gland. A fistula may develop from the gland to the vagina, anus, or perineum. Treatment includes local application of heat, often by soaking in hot water; antibiotics; or, if necessary, incision of the gland and drainage of the purulent material or excision of the entire gland and its duct.
- Changes in skin color
- Edema
- Fluid in the gland
- Pain
- Lump on vaginal lips
- The smell of the fluid
- Cleanliness of the body
- The number and color of urine
Nursing Diagnosis Nursing Care Plan for Bartholinitis
- Self-care deficit related to limitation of motion
- Impaired tissue integrity related to edema of the skin
- Knowledge Deficit related to a lack of understanding of sources of information
- Pain related to the wound
- Sexual dysfunction related to the disease process
Nursing Intervention Nursing Care Plan for Bartholinitis
- Assisting patients to meet the personal hygiene
- Monitor the state of the wound
- Provide health education regarding self-care (hygiene tool genetal)
- Assess the level of pain
- Use an interactive way that focuses on the need to make adjustments in sexual practices or to improve coping with problems / sexual disorders.
