What Causes Slight Bleeding At The Surgical Site After Cyst Removal?

Posted on Sun, 15 May 2016

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Question : hi I had a Bartholin cyst drained 11 days ago and had hemorrhaging from the incision stich at the ER early Saturday morning at 1-2am and still have blood seeping through the the stitches. it's not a lot like it was before but more than I think it should be from being stitched to close incision wound. Do you think a vessel has been cut into?

Answered by Dr. Manisha Jain (-5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Picture needed

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, thanks for trusting health care magic.
It is common to have slight bleeding after cyst treatment.
But I would like to have a look at the lesion and if possible kindly send a picture of the lesion.
But in general try to sit as much as possible so that there is pressure on stitches which will relieve from pain and bleeding both.
Take care
Regards
Dr Manisha

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Manisha Jain (2 minutes later)

Ok. You want me take a picture of my vaginal area?

Answered by Dr. Manisha Jain (6 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Wait for 1-2 days

Detailed Answer:
Yes dear, if you are comfortable in sending me the same as it will be completely confidential.
But in case the bleeding and pain is within normal limits then nothing to worry and just wait for 1-2 days.
In case bleeding persists or increases then visit your gynecologist for examination.
All the best

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Manisha Jain (3 minutes later)

Ok. Thank you I'm not in pain just bleeding and it's worrying me. I have An Appt Tommorrow.

Thank you Dr for your help.

Answered by Dr. Manisha Jain (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Welcome dear

Detailed Answer:
Most welcome dear
In case you have any questions in future you can contact me directly on http://bit.ly/drmanishajain

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Manisha Jain (1 hour later)

this is what it looks like.

Answered by Dr. Manisha Jain (8 hours later)

Brief Answer:
No additional treatment needed

Detailed Answer:
I have seen the attached pictures and in my opinion you don't need any extra treatment.
You can take the pain killers and antibiotics as advised and keep the area clean and dry.
It will heal soon.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar