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Can a bartheilon?cyst go untreated if not infected?i had it infected 2, mos ago and had it drained and antibiotics but now its coming back !
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See below: If it is returning, see your ob/gyn for a recheck. The glands can get reinfected repeatedly.
Answered 7/18/2013
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