Vulvar Pain and the Menopause Transition
"Shifting levels of hormones—especially oestrogen—during the menopause transition produce changes in a woman’s body. Both the vagina & the external female genitals (vulva) are affected" [1]. When this happens, it is important to visit a…
Categories : Menopause
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Vulvar Pain and Sexual Dysfunction
"Some women consider that it is normal to have pain during intercourse. Others tend to attribute the symptoms to other, better-known conditions, or simply feel ashamed of their symptoms" [1]. If you fall into any…
Categories : vulvar pain
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The Prevalence and Impact of Vulvodynia
"Vulvodynia in a woman’s life can be devastating due to its consequences in sexuality & intimacy, activities of daily living, & psychological well-being. Although it is currently considered as a primary chronic pain condition, it…
Categories : Vulvodynia
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Neuropathic Mechanisms in Vulvodynia
In vulvodynia: "the neurophysiopathology [functioning of the central & peripheral nervous system] is varied, & characterised by sensory abnormalities of the peripheral & central nervous system. Allodynia [pain caused by a stimulus that doesn't normally…
Categories : Vulvodynia Treatment
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Vulvodynia and the Role of Psychosocial Factors
Research shows that: "A range of general/pain-related distress & avoidance processes, & sex/intimacy avoidance or engagement processes are significantly associated with pain, sexual functioning or sexual distress & sexual satisfaction, supporting the role of a…
Categories : Vulvodynia
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Vulvodynia and the Importance of Multidisciplinary Care
Multidisciplinary Care forms the basis of successful Holistic Personalised Treatment Plans devised by leading Vulvodynia Specialists Getting an Accurate Vulvodynia Diagnosis In the first instance, obtaining a correct diagnosis from a Vulvoidynia Consultant, is key…
Categories : Vulvodynia Treatment
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Vulvar Pain and Sexual Trauma
Studies show that: "Women who reported severe physical abuse in childhood, were four times more likely to report vulvodynia symptoms than women with no physical or sexual abuse history (after adjustment for demographic characteristics &…
Categories : Vulvar Pain and Sexual Trauma
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Vulvodynia and its Impact on Quality of Life
"Vulvodynia has a profound effect on a woman's quality of life. Research suggests that it leads to physical dysfunction & limiting activities related to work, hobbies & sexual relations. Socially, vulvodynia interferes with a woman’s…
Categories : Uncategorised
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Managing Pelvic Pain
Because there are many potential causes of chronic pelvic pain, booking an appointment with Pain Specialist, or (if you are a woman), a Vulva Doctor, is the smart way to go. The good news is…
Categories : Pelvic Pain Treatment
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Causes of Female Pelvic Pain
As the NHS notes: "Pelvic pain is felt in the lower part of our tummy. The type of pain varies - it could be sudden & severe (acute pelvic pain), or last 6 months or…
Categories : Pelvic Pain Treatment
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