02/09/2025
Vulval Pain — A Hidden, Often Silenced Condition
Many people live with chronic v***al pain, often in silence. Conditions like vulvodynia and lichen sclerosus are more common than we think — yet still under-recognised, misdiagnosed, or dismissed.
🔹 Vulvodynia is persistent pain in the v***a (the outer ge***al area), often described as burning, stinging, rawness, or irritation. It may be provoked (e.g., during touch or in*******se) or unprovoked (happening even at rest).
It’s real, not “in your head”, and it’s not something you “just have to live with.”
🔹 Lichen sclerosus is a chronic skin condition that causes white patches, thinning, and fragility of v***al skin. It can lead to itching, tearing, pain with s*x, and scarring if left untreated. Early diagnosis and treatment can make a huge difference.
These conditions can affect your relationships, confidence, intimacy, and mental health. But please know:
🤍 You are not alone.
🤍 You are not imagining it.
🤍 There are treatments that help.
If you’re experiencing pain, discomfort, or changes in your v***al skin — please see a gynaecologist who understands these conditions. You deserve to be heard and supported.
Let’s break the silence around v***al pain. Your body is speaking — and we’re listening.
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