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Self-Help Patient Guide

I Have Vulvodynia… What Do I Need to Know?

The NVA’s 24-page patient self-help guide, I Have Vulvodynia...What Do I Need to Know? gives a comprehensive overview of vulvodynia from both the gynecological and chronic pain perspectives. In addition to focusing on the treatment of vulvodynia, it features self-help tips and coping strategies for vulvodynia patients, plus information on general gynecological health. The complete table of contents is below. 

The self-help guide is available to all NVA donors who request it and can be ordered by emailing gigi@nva.org. For more information on NVA’s other resources, please click here.  If you are a health care provider and would like to view a sample or purchase copies for your office, please contact Gigi Brecheen, NVA’s administrator at gigi@nva.org or 301-949-5114. 

Table of Contents Introduction Section I: Learning the Basics Vulvovaginal Anatomy Normal and Abnormal Vulvovaginal Symptoms Vulvar Self-Examination Section II: Understanding Your Condition Understanding Vulvodynia Understanding Chronic Pain Section III: Improving the Quality of Your Life Coping Strategies for Chronic Pain Facilitating a Healthy Relationship Getting the Most Out of Your Medical Visits Employment Issues Advice From Vulvodynia Patients Section IV: Resources References

The National Vulvodynia Association (NVA) is an educational, nonprofit organization founded to disseminate information on vulvodynia. The NVA recommends that you consult your own health care practitioner to determine which course of treatment or medication is appropriate for you.

Last Updated on February 3, 2010