Bartholin's gland

The male counterpart are the smegma cells.

Also see vaginal mucosa.

Theme

Not being able to have sexual intercourse due to a too dry vagina.

CA phase

Functional increase, increase of cells in the bartholin's gland.

Biological purpose

Increase in mucus production to facilitate penetration of the penis.

Symptoms

None.

PCL phase

Functional normalization. Decomposition of extra cells by fungi or TB bacteria, if present.

Symptoms

Smelly vaginal discharge, possibly mild night sweats. With the syndrome: due to blockage of the bartholin's ducts, it may swell substantially: bartholin's abscess/cyst.