Recurring Monthly Vagina / Vulva Pain
“Vulvas get little respect. They're the brunt of bad jokes, thanks to an ill-named Swedish car, and medically they're a forgotten part of a woman's anatomy. A condition once called 'burning vulva syndrome,' it can…
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Managing Chronic Pain for people with IC/BPS
Dr Lorraine Harrington recently spoke with Your Bladder Health Magazine about Managing Chronic Pain for people with IC/BPS. You can download a copy here: Bladder Health Magazine PDF
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How Do You Diagnose Vulvodynia?
“The nerve endings in the skin of the vulva appear to become over-sensitive & send abnormal signals which are felt as a sensation of pain. Stress can make it worse. It is thought to affect…
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What Could Be Causing My Pelvic Pain?
“Many conditions can cause chronic pelvic pain. All can have similar symptoms, & that often makes it hard to figure out the source of the pain. The main symptom is pain that lasts for more…
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Pelvic Pain Treatment London
“When it comes to the management of pelvic pain, if a person is not sure of the cause, if the pain is severe or does not improve, or is happening regularly, then it is best…
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Pain After a Hysterectomy and its Treatment
“While hysterectomies are a very common procedure & limited pain is normal, women should not have to suffer chronic & debilitating pain. Unfortunately, all types of hysterectomy: radical, total and partial, can result in abnormal…
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Vulvodynia: the Most Frequent Cause of Painful Sex
“Vulvodynia is a leading cause of painful sex & affects up to 3.2 million women in the UK, yet it is often misdiagnosed & under-reported. It affects the vulva - the area surrounding the entrance…
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Living With Vulvodynia
“As well as the physical effects of vulvodynia, some people find that the experience of this condition can have an emotional impact” [1] Is having sexual intercourse too painful? Do you avoid having a pelvic…
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Stabbing Pain In Vulva - What Is It & What Should I Do Next?
"Vaginal pain can limit your daily activities & impair your ability to exercise, socialize, & have sex. A National Institutes of Health study showed that most women with sharp vaginal pain, feel out of control,…
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Vulvar Pain: Vulvodynia Causes, Symptoms and Treatments
"If you have vulvodynia, don't let the absence of visible signs or embarrassment about discussing the symptoms keep you from seeking help. Treatment options are available to lessen your discomfort. Also, your Pain Specialist might…
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