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Vulvar Vestibulitis

Inflammation of the vulvar vestibular region at the entrance of the VAGINA, generally involving surface mucosa and submucosal vestibular glands. It is characterized by ERYTHEMA and chronic recurrent pain in this area.
Also Known As:
Vulvar Vestibulitis Syndrome; Vestibulitides, Vulvar; Vestibulitis, Vulvar; Vulvar Vestibulitides
Networked: 88 relevant articles (11 outcomes, 14 trials/studies)

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Disease Context: Research Results

Related Diseases

1. Dyspareunia
2. Vulvodynia
3. Chronic Pain
4. Postherpetic Neuralgia
5. Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome)

Experts

1. Ledger, William J: 9 articles (12/2014 - 03/2002)
2. Witkin, Steven S: 9 articles (12/2014 - 03/2002)
3. Bongiovanni, Ann Marie: 5 articles (01/2008 - 03/2002)
4. Foster, David C: 4 articles (04/2009 - 07/2004)
5. Gerber, Stefan: 4 articles (03/2003 - 03/2002)
6. Linhares, Iara M: 3 articles (12/2014 - 01/2008)
7. Babula, Oksana: 3 articles (01/2008 - 03/2004)
8. Khalifé, Samir: 3 articles (03/2007 - 04/2001)
9. Binik, Yitzchak M: 3 articles (05/2003 - 04/2001)
10. Abramovici, H: 3 articles (08/2000 - 01/2000)

Drugs and Biologics

Drugs and Important Biological Agents (IBA) related to Vulvar Vestibulitis:
1. Capsaicin (Zostrix)FDA Link
2. Lidocaine (Xylocaine)FDA LinkGeneric
3. Interferon-alpha (Interferon Alfa)IBA
4. Cromolyn Sodium (Cromoglicic Acid)FDA LinkGeneric
5. InterferonsIBA
6. MethylprednisoloneFDA LinkGeneric
7. montelukast (Singulair)FDA Link
8. CytokinesIBA
9. Interleukin-1 Receptors (Interleukin 1 Receptor)IBA
10. Oral ContraceptivesIBA

Therapies and Procedures

1. Psychology Biofeedback (Biofeedback)
2. Conservative Treatment
3. Physical Therapy Modalities (Physical Therapy Technique)
4. Vestibuloplasty
5. Acupuncture Therapy