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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…

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…

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…

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…