S4 Ep195: VULVAR RELIEF! New Research Takes the Pain out of Vulvodynia and Lichen Sclerosus with Dr. Andrew Goldstein

 Of all of the vulvar conditions out there, two of the most frustrating to treat are VULVODYNIA and LICHEN SCLEROSUS. Even when properly diagnosed, treatment can be challenging. But help is on the way! In this episode, Dr. Andrew Goldstein discusses new cutting-edge research and treatments for both vulvodynia and lichen sclerosus. Dr. Goldstein describes 5 ongoing studies and how you can participate in this groundbreaking research. This is truly one of the most exciting and groundbreaking interviews I have ever done, which will change the lives of millions of women who suffer from vulvar conditions.

VULVODYNIA AND VESTIBULODYNIA

• Definition of vulvodynia and vestibulodynia
• Symptoms of vulvodynia and vestibulodynia
• Why these conditions are underdiagnosed
• How to get an accurate diagnosis
• The role of tight pelvic floor muscles
• Why it is important to examine the belly button 
• Current treatments
• When surgery is appropriate

3 New Vestibulodynia Research Studies! Ketotifen StudyKetotifen fumarate is a topical medication used to reduce nerve sensitivity and inflammation. It was recently identified by a group of vulvodynia experts as the best option to research for treatment of provoked nerve pain at the vulvar vestibule.The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of ketotifen fumarate 0.25% cream for treating vestibular nerve pain. The study willinclude 4 clinic visits over an approximately 15-week period. Resiniferatoxin (RTX) StudyPelvic Floor Study LICHEN SCLEROSUS

• Definition of Lichen Sclerosus (LS) 
• Why it is important to treat
• Who gets it
• Symptoms (and lack of symptoms) of LS
• Why an adequate vulvar exam is so important
• Current treatment of LS

2 Research StudiesJaK-Stac Pathway InhibitorsStrataMGT™

To participate in vulvodynia and lichen sclerosus researchE-mail: [email protected]Other LINKSDr. Goldsteons webiste: vulvodynia.com How to get a Hands-free vulvar view

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StrataMGT can be purchased outside of a study protocol. It is NOT to be used instead of your prescribed medication, but as an adjunct. https://us.stratamgt.com/

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Lauren Streicher MD, is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine, the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause, and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner o