Thank you so much for taking the time to write all this, it is extremely helpful. It can come on out of nowhere, but it can also disappear just as suddenly as it came. It is a condition that causes extreme itching, feeling raw and sometimes swollen. If it isnt either of the above, then Vulvadynia is a real possibility. I hope I havent scared you and that you get to feeeling better soon! As soon as you are d/xed, you can start treating and managing your condition. Right now your best bet is to find a good Gyno and get d/xed. That's all I can think of right now! Hopefully, you dont have Vulvadynia. Sometimes cold compresses or ice packs can help stop and itching cycle. Also, use unscented laundry detergent to wash your undies and no fabric softener. (Using the cup would be preferable.) When you wash, try to use only water on your vagina, and when you HAVE to use something else, use only mild unscented products like baby soap. The fragrances and chemicals can be very irritating.Īlso, use only unscented tampons and maxipads. If you DO use these, it is best to use them in the shower instead of the bath, so you wont be sitting in the product. You will also be told to avoid bubble baths, scented soaps and bath products. You will also be advised to wear only white, cotton undies since synthetic materials and dyes can aggrevate this conditon. Most Vulvadynia patients find it helpful to eat some yogurt daily with live cultures or to take a probiotic, in order to prevent yeast infections. If you suspect a yeast infection, it is imperitive that you get it d/xed and treated immediately or else it can set off a Vulvadynia flare.
There are now OTC Yeast infection test kits.
You will also be advised to manage yeast infections immediately, as these can exacerbate Vulvadynia. You can try OTC antihistimines, as many patients find this helps the itching alot! (Many patients (but not all) report having multiple chemical sensitivites.) Whether you do or not, the antihistimines could certainly help with the itching! also r/x an antihistimine, since many chemicals are so irritating to Vulvadynia patients and cause the mast cells to engage, setting off an inflammatory reaction. Also, most will r/x Lidocaine 2% jelly, a topical numbing gel.
It helps to thicken the thin vaginal tissues and sort of "toughen them up". It is a hormone cream, but it is r/xed in a very low dose. Most Gynos will r/x a med like Premarin cream. Hydrocortisone cream is a no-no, so put that stuff down! There are r/x creams and gels that can help. The usual meds for this are Elavil or Cymbalta (antidepressants that also help with neuropathic pain.) Also, neuropathic meds such as Neurontin, Keppra, Lyrica, or Topamax, have proven helpful to many. Some women report immediate relief from this step alone, though most also require meds. This is something you can start now, even before you get in to see your Dr. You can do a web search to find out about it. Many patients begin by starting the Low Oxalate Diet. But, so far, nothing has been proven.įor most Vulvadynia patients, a muti-faceted approach works best in treating it. Some belive there is a hormonal componant to it. Though no one knows the exact cause of it, there are many theories floating around. Most women report that it is at it's worst right before their periods and/or during ovulation. A good Gyno can be your best friend dealing with it, if this is in fact what you have.
Some women go into weeks, months or even years long remissions, while others never get a break from it. Lots of women experiance complete symptom relief from them, while others only experiance partial relief. The bad news is that there is no cure for Vulvadynia, but the good news is there are lots of meds and treatments you can try. In some women, the vagina looks red and swollen, while others with the exact same symptoms show no visible signs on examination. Some also report burning during urination. Some report feeling tenderness, pain, and painful sex. Some women (but not all) report feeling small tears that feel like tiny paper cuts. You cant give it to someone else or catch it from someone else. If yeast has already been ruled out, then has a Gyno ruled out STDs? Not to scare you, but many STDs can also cause the symptoms you describe. (They generally go and look at it under a microscope right then and can tell you right away if it is yeast or not.) If this wasnt done, then yeast should definately be ruled out. Since you have already been to one Dr, I am assuming they did a culture for yeast and it turned up negative.
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