A nabothian cyst is a mucus-filled lump on the surface of the cervix.
Causes, incidence, and risk factorsThe cervix is lined with glands and cells that release mucus. The glands can become covered by a type of skin cells called squamous epithelium. When this happens, the secretions build up in the plugged glands. They form a smooth, rounded bump on the cervix. The bump is called a nabothian cyst.
SymptomsEach nabothian cyst appears as a small, white raised bump. There can be more than one.
Signs and testsDuring a pelvic exam, the doctor will see a small, smooth, rounded lump (or collection of lumps) on the surface of the cervix. Rarely, a colposcopy is necessary to distinguish nabothian cysts from other bumps and sores that can occur on the cervix.
Sometimes the cyst is opened to confirm that it is a nabothian cyst.
TreatmentNo treatment is necessary. Nabothian cysts do not cause any problems.
Rarely they may be opened and drained if they are large enough to cause problems with the shape of the cervical canal, which can examinations more difficult.
Expectations (prognosis)Nabothian cysts do not cause any harm. They are a benign condition.
ComplicationsRarely, cysts become so numerous or enlarged that the cervix becomes enlarged or blocked, making it difficult to take a Pap smear.
Calling your health care providerThis condition is usually discovered during a routine pelvic examination.
PreventionThere is no known prevention.
ReferencesLentz GM. History, physical examination, and preventive health care: general, gynecologic, and psychosocial history and examination, health care maintenance, disease prevention. In: Katz, VL, Lentz GM, Lobo RA, Gershenson DM, eds.Comprehensive Gynecology. 5th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Mosby Elsevier; 2007:chap 7.A nabothian cyst is a mucus-filled lump on the surface of the cervix.
The cervix is part of the female body. It is at the lower end of the womb (uterus) at the top of the vagina. It is about 1 inch long.
Causes, incidence, and risk factorsThe cervix is lined with glands and cells that release mucus. The glands can become covered by a type of skin cells called squamous epithelium. When this happens, the secretions build up in the plugged glands. They form a smooth, rounded bump on the cervix. The bump is called a nabothian cyst.
SymptomsEach nabothian cyst appears as a small, white raised bump. There can be more than one.
Signs and testsDuring a pelvic exam, the health care provider will see a small, smooth, rounded lump (or collection of lumps) on the surface of the cervix. Rarely, magnifying the area (colposcopy) may be needed to tell these cysts from other bumps that can occur.
Sometimes the cyst is opened to confirm the diagnosis.
TreatmentNo treatment is necessary. Nabothian cysts do not cause any problems.
Rarely they may be opened and drained if they are large enough to cause problems with the shape of the cervical canal, which can examinations more difficult.
Expectations (prognosis)Nabothian cysts do not cause any harm. They are a benign condition.
ComplicationsRarely, cysts become so numerous or enlarged that the cervix becomes enlarged or blocked, making it difficult to take a Pap smear.
Calling your health care providerThis condition is usually discovered during a routine pelvic examination.
PreventionThere is no known prevention.
ReferencesLentz GM. History, physical examination, and preventive health care: general, gynecologic, and psychosocial history and examination, health care maintenance, disease prevention. In: Katz, VL, Lentz GM, Lobo RA, Gershenson DM, eds.Comprehensive Gynecology. 5th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Mosby Elsevier; 2007:chap 7. Reviewed ByReview Date: 11/07/2011
Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington, School of Medicine; Susan Storck, MD, FACOG, Chief, Eastside Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Group Health Cooperative of Puget Sound, Bellevue, Washington; Clinical Teaching Faculty, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
I was diagnosed with Sarcoidosis in August 2009. I have numerous ovarian cyst and a complex nabothian cyst. I asked the Sarcoid specialist if there was a connection between the two and he clearly told me No. The doctors in my opinion do not know enough about Sarcoid to give a definitive answer of No...... I also have numerous cyst on my thyroid gland
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I'm not sure what a complext nabothian cyst is, but I have two on my cervix which have been there for years and have always been told they are completely harmless. The only possible complication is that they may get big enough to block the opening to the cervix and thereby cause fertility problems.
It is not too bad, they numb the cervix with a needle, so you cannot feel any of the procedure. The only painful part is when they numb the cervix. I cramped for a couple days afterward, but it was manageable with some advil.
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