Re: vulvogynia

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Lifestyle and home remedies

By Mayo Clinic staff

The following tips may help you manage the symptoms of vulvodynia:

Try cold compresses. Cool compresses placed directly on your external genital area may help lessen pain and itching.

Avoid tightfitting pantyhose and nylon underwear. Tight undergarments restrict airflow to your genital area, often leading to increased temperature and moisture that can cause irritation. Wear cotton underwear to increase ventilation and dryness, and sleep without underwear at night.

Avoid hot tubs. Spending time in a hot tub may lead to discomfort and itching.

Avoid excessive hygiene. Washing or scrubbing the affected area harshly or too often can increase irritation. Instead, use plain water to gently clean your vulva and pat the area dry. After bathing, apply a preservative-free emollient, such as plain petroleum jelly, to create a protective barrier.

Use lubricants. If you're sexually active, apply lubricants before engaging in sexual intercourse.

Try an antihistamine at bedtime. This may help reduce itching and help you rest better.

Look for triggers and avoid them. The triggers that can make vulvar pain worse tend to be different for each woman. Your observations of what causes you pain are important. Avoid potentially irritating soaps, clothing dyes, contraceptive devices, creams and bath products. Use only white, unbleached toilet paper and 100 percent cotton sanitary products.

Work with your doctor. Over time you can work with your doctor to identify the approaches that work best for you.

Stay active. Regular exercise can help ease chronic pain, but stay away from exercises that put pressure directly on the vulva, such as bicycling.

Accept small steps of progress. Don't expect instant cures. Have confidence that you'll feel better over time.

Suzi

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From: cjones <cctux@...>health Sent: Wed, May 19, 2010 11:26:25 AMSubject: vulvogyniaHi Team,Does anyone have experience with this condition? It is classified as a symptom, not a disease, and there is little help in conventional medicine. , I remember your wife had something similar last year. How did she relieve the pain? Can you tell me how long it took to heal? Any help is much appreciated. Peace on Earth.Cheryl ------------------------------------

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http://www.vulvodynia-treatment.com/about-ulvodynia.html has a kit that has herbs in it

Suzi

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What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered.

From: cjones <cctux@...>health Sent: Wed, May 19, 2010 11:26:25 AMSubject: vulvogyniaHi Team,Does anyone have experience with this condition? It is classified as a symptom, not a disease, and there is little help in conventional medicine. , I remember your wife had something similar last year. How did she relieve the pain? Can you tell me how long it took to heal? Any help is much appreciated. Peace on Earth.Cheryl ------------------------------------

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-- vulvogyniaHi Team,Does anyone have experience with this condition? It is classified as a symptom, not a disease, and there is little help in conventional medicine. , I remember your wife had something similar last year. How did she relieve the pain? Can you tell me how long it took to heal? Any help is much appreciated. Peace on Earth.Cheryl ------------------------------------