Vulvodynia?

I used to have problems with this, but it has decreased over the past couple of years.

My doctor perscribed an estrogen cream that is applied topically to the area affected, and it greatly reduces the pain during and after intercourse.

Also, and I appologize for the graphic nature of this statement, I found that using lubricants like astroglide, etc., made it worse and that saliva worked much better. For me, having enough lubrication was essential.

Hang in there, I know how hard this is, but there is hope - mine is gone now.

At www.comprehensivetherapy.com we treat this-the muscular and nerve component,
make sure you have seen your MD for having medical conditions ruled out, and there are "multi-factorial" causes for this condition.
Visit our website, and read some of our newsletters archived online to help you.
We are physical therapy specialists and treat women from all over So. Cal.
the clinic # is ###-###-####,
good luck and call us for more info-
there is also a helpful site
www.vaginismus.com
M. Mason-Cover, MS PT, ACE

Check out the National Vulvodynia Assoc website: http://www.nva.org/

Where do you live? I have a list of drs in Calif. that know about this condition.

Dear J.:

This is sometimes attributed to trauma which occured in my case as a result of surgery. It took about five years for the pain to lessen from excruciating. Now I just experience the spasms but they seem to enhance relations more than hamper things. My husband is very patient and kind and sometimes jokes about me being a perpetual virgin. But he's not complaining. It's just something where you have no choice but to have a good attitude.

Best wishes,

M.

seek a OBGYN advice . go make an appt and see 2 or 3 opinions .
Lawrence Bruksch ###-###-####
is a great gyne. he seats down and explain things to you . answers your concerns.
cedar sinai

J., This is a link to the Mayo Clinic website. It is very informative as to causes, symptoms, and treatment options. Best of luck to you. B.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/vulvodynia/DS00159