Vulvodynia: Ouch! Intercourse, Tampons, and Sanitary Towels Hurt

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“When it’s happening, it’s the worst pain in the world – you’d do anything for it to stop.”

Vulvodynia is a chronic nerve syndrome that causes severe and unexplained pain of the vulva and vagina.

According to the NHS, the pain can be brought on by using tampons, having sex, wearing certain types of underwear or even sitting down for long periods of time.

Treatment of Vulvodynia

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Self-care and treatments for vulvodynia can help bring relief. Women with vulvodynia need to identify what works best for them and they may need to try several remedies before finding a combination that provides relief.

It is important for women to educate themselves about this condition. They should keep careful records of which treatments were helpful and which were not helpful.

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Tampons

Use what works well for you during ministration and avoid hard material tampons. Do not Overstay with sanitary towels.

Also during intercourse you could share with your partner to go slow on you.

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