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A 28-year-old female asked:

My bartholin cyst already popped and i was just wondering if i could put neosporin on it for the pain? i am currently taking an oral antibiotic.

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Dr. Cynthia Palabricaanswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 35 years experience

Neosporin: Neosporin is an antibiotic and not a pain medicine. You can take Ibuprofen and utilize Sitz baths for symptomatic relief.

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