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Vulvodynia and Your Mental Health

"DSM-IV-diagnosed mood & anxiety may influence the development of unexplained vulvar pain - a chronic disorder that affects millions of women. Moreover, research suggests that the development of vulvodynia may lead to a new or…

Finding UK Support Groups For Vulvodynia

There are a number of very helpful UK Support Groups for anyone suffering from vulvodynia or vulva pain. Many of these groups provide very valuable information; and some of them conduct regular meetings. - The…

Advantages of Seeking a Private Clinic That Treats Vulva Pain

"When Sexual intercourse, sitting, walking & exercising, can make your pain worse & long-term vulva pain can cause degeneration, doesn't it make sense to get it sorted & turn your life around, as soon as…

Can Yoga Help With Pelvic Pain?

"Chronic pelvic pain (CPP) is a common, woman's condition (which is prevalent when women are in their reproductive years, namely, 18–45 years old). Long-term pelvic pain has a negative impact on the sufferer's personal health…

Who is at Risk From Vulvodynia?

"The incidence rates of vulvodynia differ by age, ethnicity & marital status. Onset is more likely among women with previous symptoms of vulvodynia; those with intermediate symptoms not meeting criteria for vulvodynia, & among those…

What Are the Risk Factors For Vuylvodynia?

As a Vulva Pain Specialist will tell you: some of the major risk factors for vulvodynia, include: •Anxiety•Depression•Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and•A History of Abuse [1]. So now let's examine each individual aspect: Anxiety "Experiencing occasional…

Tips to Reduce Anxiety at Your Appointment

You do not need to undergo a full-blown phobia to feel stressed at a Pain Clinic. "Roughly one in five people experience what is known as 'white coat hypertension': this means that their blood pressure…

Recurrent Yeast Infections & Vulvodynia

"Most will tell you that the cause of vulvodynia is unknown. Some may wonder if Candida can cause vulvodynia. Yet while more research needs to be conducted, there is evidence that recurring Candida or vaginal…

Introducing Dr. Lorraine Harrington

We would like to introduce the renowned, award-winning, Dr Lorraine Harrington MBChB Bsc (Hons) Immunology, FRCA, FFPMRCA, MRCP, Consultant in Anaesthesia and Pain Medicine, who is a leading Pain Consultant at the London Pain Clinic.…

Can Vulvodynia Cause Bladder Problems?

"Vulvodynia is chronic debilitating burning vulvar pain or pain on contact. Although sufferers are more likely to experience co-morbid interstitial cystitis & urinary tract infections, few studies have explored whether women with vulvodynia experience adverse…