Warm sitz baths 10–15 minutes, 3–4 times daily
Keep the area clean and dry
Avoid squeezing, popping, or trying to drain it yourself
Use over-the-counter pain relievers if needed
Wear loose, breathable underwear and clothing
Avoid sex if it is painful or until it improves
See a healthcare provider if the cyst is large, painful, recurrent, or not improving
Seek medical drainage if it becomes an abscess
Ask about Word catheter placement after drainage
Ask about marsupialization for recurrent cysts
Consider gland removal only for repeated severe cases
Get urgent medical care for fever, worsening redness, severe pain, or trouble walking/sitting