I can empathise.. I have 7 or 8 dormant cysts in my vulva that have abcessed before - biggest is about the size of a hazelnut, smaller ones are sizes of rice grains etc. They're all in between skin folds and I've been told they'd be incredibly hard to remove , because in all likelihood they'd nick a nerve or cause scar tissue. I've already had quite major vulval surgery before and am reluctant to have anything else.
I think I was once told one could have been removed but it would have to be in a very specific state, never has been done.
Gynaecology have never been very forthcoming with an answer, but did suggest that the oil glands are too active and are blocking up and that's why I get these cysts/abscesses. I've had a mirena coil fitted as it apparently it could help this, and the plethora of other gynae problems I have. Have to admit I don't get as many flare ups now as I did before.
I remember having Botox injections mentioned once too, but I suspect that would cause just as much nerve problems as minor surgery would.
If you can get antibiotics to have at home for when you need them, that might help? Flucloxacillin's a good one - I had a packet in the cupboard for about three years, so I didn't have to wait to start taking them when I needed them. There are ointments too and creams.. I remember being prescribed trimovate, canesten with hydrocortisone and clindamycin ointment. Canesten with HC is especially good, doesn't sting and prevents flare ups of soreness quite well.
Would also try to follow basic skin care advice - no nasty bubble baths, washes, no scented sanitary pads, plain cotton pants, letting the area breath.. And try not to squeeze anything that does come up, that does introduce infection and scar tissue, etc.
Hope this latest one clears up quickly {{hugs}}