What is vulvodynia?
Vulvodynia is a complex pain syndrome with unknown etiology, characterized by constant or intermittent generalized vulvar pain or localized burning sensations in the vestibule area when pressure is applied. Treatment is directed towards alleviating symptoms
How do members experience vulvodynia?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with vulvodynia*
Common symptoms
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Decreased sex drive (libido)
How bad it is
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Nothing reported yet
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Overactive bladder
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Nothing reported yet
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Vaginal burning sensation
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Nothing reported yet
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Worthless feeling
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Nothing reported yet
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Pain during sex
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Nothing reported yet
*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
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Top treatments taken by people for vulvodynia*
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Who has vulvodynia on PatientsLikeMe?
Age
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 1 | |
| 20s | 11 | |
| 30s | 42 | |
| 40s | 35 | |
| 50s | 43 | |
| 60s | 32 | |
| 70+ | 26 |
Distribution of sex
Sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 1 | |
| Female | 188 |
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