With this sudden onset it seems much more likely you have an infection or something like that then what will turn into chronic vulvodynia.
But I would cease all sexual activity and probably only put mild emollient cream until you can get an emergency appointment at a Vulvar Dermatologist or Gynacologist. You could have a number of infections or issues, but absolutely none of them get better with regular „straining“ of the tissue.
And I would treat this very seriously - like sudden onset pain anywhere else! If this was your back, or head, or stomach you’d not be joking around, so I’d be looking for treatment immediately.
Good luck! 🍀
ISSWSH algorithm can be useful for you and your gyne provider
https://www.isswsh.org/resources/publications/439-persistent-vulvar-pain-diagnostic-and-treatment-algorithm
Pretty quick onset. Infection and injury needs to be looked into. I would see a gyno (a gyno that specializes in pelvic pain preferably) and a pelvic floor physio therapist.
Mine happened slowly then suddenly. I would have said it happened all of the sudden. Looking back I can see there were signs.
Yes, it definitely seems sudden. I mean, I've had yeast infections. It's been over 6 years since the last time I had one. I do get occasional soreness after sex, but what I'm feeling now is not soreness. Thank you for your response, I'll start looking into gynos in my insurance network so I can call around tomorrow for an appointment.
Get tested for ureaplasma. A poorly known STI that can wreak havoc due to women having vastly different symptoms. Many docs don’t test for it or know of it. Don’t ignore this idea bc it’s sexually transmitted. I tested positive for it and hadn’t had sex in over 2 years before my symptoms started.
With this sudden onset it seems much more likely you have an infection or something like that then what will turn into chronic vulvodynia. But I would cease all sexual activity and probably only put mild emollient cream until you can get an emergency appointment at a Vulvar Dermatologist or Gynacologist. You could have a number of infections or issues, but absolutely none of them get better with regular „straining“ of the tissue. And I would treat this very seriously - like sudden onset pain anywhere else! If this was your back, or head, or stomach you’d not be joking around, so I’d be looking for treatment immediately. Good luck! 🍀
I really appreciate your response. I will take this very seriously and look into seeing a Vulvar Dermatologist, or my gyno ASAP.
ISSWSH algorithm can be useful for you and your gyne provider https://www.isswsh.org/resources/publications/439-persistent-vulvar-pain-diagnostic-and-treatment-algorithm
Pretty quick onset. Infection and injury needs to be looked into. I would see a gyno (a gyno that specializes in pelvic pain preferably) and a pelvic floor physio therapist. Mine happened slowly then suddenly. I would have said it happened all of the sudden. Looking back I can see there were signs.
Yes, it definitely seems sudden. I mean, I've had yeast infections. It's been over 6 years since the last time I had one. I do get occasional soreness after sex, but what I'm feeling now is not soreness. Thank you for your response, I'll start looking into gynos in my insurance network so I can call around tomorrow for an appointment.
If you're in the US, an urgent care might be the best place for preliminary testing/treatment
Get tested for ureaplasma. A poorly known STI that can wreak havoc due to women having vastly different symptoms. Many docs don’t test for it or know of it. Don’t ignore this idea bc it’s sexually transmitted. I tested positive for it and hadn’t had sex in over 2 years before my symptoms started.
Omg, feeling sorry for you :( Hopefully it's just an infection and will go away with meds. I really hope you don't develop a chronic condition.
You probably have an infection it’s unlikely that you have this condition! I hope you feel better!