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Review
. 2008 Jan;5(1):5-14; quiz 15.
doi: 10.1111/j.1743-6109.2007.00679.x.

Vulvodynia

Andrew T Goldstein  1 , Lara Burrows
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Review

Vulvodynia

Andrew T Goldstein et al. J Sex Med. 2008 Jan.

Abstract

Introduction: Vulvodynia is increasingly recognized as a cause of sexual pain. Aim. The goal of this Continuing Medical Education article was to provide a comprehensive review of vulvodynia including terminology, possible etiologies, and offer treatment options.

Methods: A Medline search was conducted using several terms related to and including the terms vulvodynia, vulvar vestibulitis, vestibulodynia, and pudendal neuralgia.

Results: A thorough review of vulvodynia.

Conclusion: Vulvodynia most likely represents several disorders without an identifiable cause in many cases. The management of these patients requires a sensitive provider who can coordinate a multidisciplinary approach to their care. Despite the lack of large-scale, placebo-controlled trials, several new treatment options exist.

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