Predictors of Mucosal and Muscle Pain in Vulvodynia: A Cross-Sectional Analysis from the National Vulvodynia Registry

Provoked vestibulodynia (PVD) is defined as pain of at least three months ’ duration localized to the vulvar vestibule and provoked by touch and/or vaginal penetration. The etiology of PVD is unknown. Its prevalence is estimated at 8.3% of adult women.33 PVD is associated with significant psychosocial distress, impaired sexual functioning and diminished quality of life. 4 Currently, no large randomized placebo-controlled trials support an effective pharmacologic treatment for this disorder.24 Few non-controlled studies support interventions such as pelvic floor physical therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and, for selected patients, vestibulectomy.
Source: The Journal of Pain - Category: Materials Science Authors: Source Type: research