Treatment
Talk with your doctor about the best plan for you. Treatment options include:
Medications
To help manage pain:
- Topical anesthetics (eg, lidocaine , xylocaine)
- Estrogen creams
- Corticosteroid creams
- Injections of steroid into the skin—may be used
For pain and irritation relief:
- Tricyclic antidepressant medications—research has shown a potential effect
Other medications that are sometimes tried include:
Physical Therapy
Therapy can help you strengthen and relax your pelvic muscles. This will ease muscle spasms. You will need to see a specialist in pelvic floor issues.
Other Treatments
Suggested treatments for vulvodynia include:
- Interferon injections
- Laser treatments
- Surgery
Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Copyright © 2012 EBSCO Publishing All rights reserved.
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