Daily Column
Reader seeks prevention for Bartholin cyst
January 28, 2012 By Dr. Gott
DEAR DR. GOTT: Can you explain what causes Bartholin cysts. Six months ago at the age of 66, I experienced one and visited my doctor. The cyst drained on its own so no surgery was involved. I now have another one and even though I use antibacterial soap, clean towels and practice good hygiene, I am dealing with the problem again. I am single, female, and not involved in any relationship so what can I do to prevent further cysts? DEAR READER: A Bartholin cyst results when the opening (known as a duct) of the Bartholin glands on each side of the vagina become blocked. Fluid secretions … [Read More...]
Monthly Awareness
January – Thyroid Awareness
January 2, 2012 By Dr. Gott
The month of January is designated to recognize thyroid disorders -- a condition that affects approximately 59 million individuals in the United States. The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland in the neck, just above the collarbone. When a person has a thyroid condition, the body uses energy faster or slower than it should. When the gland is too active, a person is known to have hyperthyroidism; too slowly, the condition is known as hypothyroidism. A malfunctioning gland can affect almost … [Read More...]
