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Botulinum toxin for provoked vestibulodynia. [PDF]

open access: yesCochrane Database Syst Rev
Kim S   +3 more
europepmc   +3 more sources

Preferred physical characteristics of lidocaine thin film for women with vestibulodynia

open access: yesFrontiers in Pain Research, 2023
IntroductionVestibulodynia (VBD) is the most common cause of sexual pain in the United States, affecting up to 15% of reproductive-aged women during their lifetime with limited treatment options.
R. Gina Silverstein   +7 more
doaj   +1 more source

Predictors of vaginal penetration in women with Provoked Vestibulodynia [PDF]

open access: yesJournal of Sex & Marital Therapy, 2021
This study examined whether time, treatment type, baseline individual differences, and treatment satisfaction affected the vaginal intercourse trajectories of women with Provoked Vestibulodynia (PVD) before and after psychological treatment. Women (N = 130) who received CBT or MBCT completed questionnaires prior to and 2-4 weeks, 6-, and 12-months ...
Natalie B Brown   +2 more
openaire   +2 more sources

Role of Gynecologic Findings in Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome: A Consensus. [PDF]

open access: yesNeurourol Urodyn
ABSTRACT Objective To evaluate the role of gynecologic findings in Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome (IC/BPS) by reviewing current international guidelines and identifying relevant gynecologic co‐morbidities. Methods This consensus statement was developed through a systematic four‐phase process: (1) comprehensive literature review across ...
Sullivan ME   +5 more
europepmc   +2 more sources

“It's all my fault”: a qualitative study of how heterosexual couples experience living with vulvodynia

open access: yesActa Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica, Volume 102, Issue 10, Page 1378-1389, October 2023., 2023
Heterosexual couples living with vulvodynia experience communication difficulties with partners, health professionals, and their social network. This sustains avoidance and endurance behavior, increasing pain and dysfunction over time and giving rise to feelings of powerlessness and loneliness.
Linn Myrtveit‐Stensrud   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Symptoms of complex pelvic pain: A survey in three cohorts of women

open access: yesActa Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica, Volume 102, Issue 10, Page 1396-1408, October 2023., 2023
Many women in our study reported complex pelvic pain, and overlap with other pain‐related conditions, low mental health and past sexual assault was associated with high symptom burden. Those findings support taking a biopsychosocial approach to treating women who present with such complaints.
Cecilie Therese Hagemann   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Feasibility and acceptability of somatocognitive therapy in the management of women with provoked localized vestibulodynia—ProLoVe feasibility study

open access: yesPilot and Feasibility Studies, 2022
Background Provoked vestibulodynia (PVD) is a prevalent chronic pain condition especially among young women. Pain is localized to the vulvar vestibule and is provoked by touch or pressure, such as penetrative intercourse.
Mette Bøymo Kaarbø   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

A systematic review of the barriers and facilitators to adherence to mindfulness‐based cognitive therapy for those with chronic conditions

open access: yesBritish Journal of Health Psychology, Volume 28, Issue 2, Page 338-365, May 2023., 2023
Abstract Purpose Mindfulness‐Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) can improve the lives of those with a chronic condition and psychological distress, however, high drop‐out rates limit benefits. MBCT might be a candidate treatment for this population if nonadherence can be overcome.
Eleanor Marks   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Protocol for double-blind RCT of acupuncture for vulvodynia

open access: yesContemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 2022
Background: Vulvodynia, vulvar pain of unknown origin lasting at least 3 months, affects 7% of American women. Dyspareunia, its frequent companion, renders sexual intercourse virtually impossible.
Judith M. Schlaeger   +14 more
doaj   +1 more source

Characteristics of women seeking care at a vulvar clinic: A study of 600 patients during a 17‐year period

open access: yesJEADV Clinical Practice, Volume 2, Issue 1, Page 73-79, March 2023., 2023
Abstract Background Symptoms from the vulva and vagina affect about one‐third of all women and have a negative influence both on sexual health and psychosocial well‐being. Research regarding vulvar diseases is sparse and there is a need for a better understanding of women seeking care for vulvar diseases.
Karolina Rosendahl   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

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