Are you experiencing chronic pain or discomfort around the opening of your vagina (vulva)? Have painful, itching, or burning sensation taken over your life? At New You Health and Wellness, we understand how difficult this condition can be.
You don’t deserve to suffer in silence. Instead, seek assistance from a licensed physical therapist and functional medicine provider in Wauwatosa, WI.
What is vulvodynia?
According to Mayo Clinic, vulvodynia is chronic pain or discomfort around the opening of your vagina (vulva) that lasts at least three months and has no identifiable cause. The pain, burning, or irritation associated with vulvodynia can make sitting for long periods of time or having sex impossible. The condition can last anywhere from months to years.
The most common vulvodynia symptom is pain in the genital area, which can be described as:
- Painful intercourse (dyspareunia)
- Throbbing
- Itching
- Burning
- Soreness
- Stinging
Usually, your vulva will not change in appearance with this condition.
Why do I have vulvodynia?
Unfortunately, doctors do not know what causes vulvodynia. However, researchers have determined that the following factors may play a role in the development of this condition:
- Irritation or injury to the nerves surrounding your vulvar region
- Previous vaginal infections
- Allergies or skin sensitivity
- Changes in hormones
- Spasms or weakness in the pelvic floor muscles, which support the uterus, bladder, and bowel.
How can New You Health and Wellness help treat vulvodynia?
If you believe you may have vulvodynia, it is critical that you speak with your doctor. The physical therapists and functional medicine practitioners at New You Health and Wellness are trained professionals who are ready to help you eliminate your pain.
Women with vulvodynia frequently have pelvic floor muscle spasms. Working with a physical therapist who specializes in pelvic floor disorders can aid in the eliminating pain.
Request an appointment today!
Some women hesitate to speak to their doctor about their pain or discomfort. Know that at New You Health and Wellness, supporting you is our number one priority. We provide the holistic support you need to get back to your normal life.
Request an appointment at our Wauwatosa, WI office if you’re ready to leave vulvodynia in the past.
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