How are Vulvodynia treated?

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What is Vulvodynia?

• How are Vulvodynia treated?

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Vulvodynia?
Vulvodynia is chronic pain or discomfort around
the opening of your vagina (vulva) for which
there's no identifiable cause and which lasts at
least three months.
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What are the different types of Vulvodynia?

• There are two main subtypes of Vulvodynia
• Generalized Vulvodynia is pain in different areas
  of the vulva at different times. Vulvar pain may
  be constant or occur every once in a while.
• Localized Vulvodynia is pain in one area of the
  vulva. Often a burning sensation.

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Provoked Vestibulodynia (PVD) (left) vs.
Generalized Vulvodynia (GVD) (right)
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What are the possible causes of Vulvodynia?

• The possible causes of Vulvodynia may include
• Nerve injury or irritation
• Abnormal response in Vulvar cells to an infection
  or trauma
• Genetic factors that make the vulva respond
  poorly to chronic inflammation
• Hypersensitivity to yeast infections
• Muscle spasms
• Allergies or irritation to chemicals or other
  substances
• Hormonal changes
• History of sexual abuse
• Frequent antibiotic use

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What are the symptoms of Vulvodynia?

• These are the most common symptoms of Vulvodynia
• Burning, stinging, or rawness
• Aching, soreness, or throbbing
• Itching
• You may feel symptoms of Vulvodynia
• All the time or just once in a while
• During activities such as exercise, intercourse,
  or walking -- or even while at rest
• While bicycling, inserting tampons, or even
  sitting
• In one specific area or throughout your entire
  vulva

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How are Vulvodynia treated?
There is no one particular gynaecological
treatment for Vulvodynia that works for all
women. You may need to try a combination of
treatments for the best results. Your doctor will
decide your treatment plan.
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