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What Causes Cysts On A Vagina?
A vaginal
Alternative Names
Inclusion cyst; Gartner's duct cyst
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
There are several types of vaginal cysts, which can range in size from the size of a pea to that of an orange. Vaginal inclusion cysts are the most common. These may form as a result of trauma sustained by the vaginal walls or following an obstetric or gynecologic procedure, when the lining of the
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Vaginal Cyst
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
An inclusion cyst is a small encapsulated fluid filled structure due to embryonal or traumatic implantation of epithelium (tissue composed of... Read more »
Cysts
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
A cyst is a closed pocket or pouch of tissue. It can be filled with air, fluid, pus, or other material.ConsiderationsCysts may form within any tissue... Read more »
Bartholin's Gland Cyst
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
What Is It? A cyst is a sac filled with liquid or semisolid material that forms under the skin or somewhere inside the body. The Bartholin's gland is... Read more »
Sebaceous cyst
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
A sebaceous cyst is a closed sac under the skin filled with a cheese-like or oily material. See also: Carbuncle Cyst ... Read more »
Ovarian Cysts
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
An ovarian cyst is a sac or pouch that develops in or on the ovary. The cysts may contain liquid, or solid material or a combination of both.Ovarian... Read more »
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