My younger sister has the same problem and she went 2 a grugstore and bout somekind of pills tht really help her. And wut also helps her is she has a cold wet raf beside her all the time when she has sex and if it strts 2 burn thn she will hold it there 4 a couple mins with nsome kind of cream. Tht helps her.

I've taken pills overthecounter galore. By the time it starts burning its too late. Plus the burning is in the inside and I have to avoid water.

O well I guess that didnt help then. Well good luck

I don't know how to help ya on the lube part but your yeast infections could be in due most part by your boyfriend not being treated.A guy can have a yeast infection and pass it to you everytime you have sex if he never gets it treated.

I have been seeming to have the same symptoms. I have never had a yeast infection though, so I don't know if thats what is going on.
Could someone tell me how I know if I do or not? I'd like to figure it out.

Well yes the infections could be coming from your boyfriend. Get him to get some cream, so that hes sure he hasnt got a yeast infection & keeps giving it to you. I would suggest u go see your dr about the dryness. I am sure there is something they can do.

I have the same problem. My obyn has prescribed elavil (an antidepressant drug that also helps pain). I have read on the net that certain foods can aggravate when we urinate and cause infections and then that area becomes sore and provides a burning sensation when we have intercourse. I am so sorry that I don't have a list of those foods, but i'm sure you could find them by searching. My boyfriend and I have been together for 15 years...I have been tested for any known sexual disease and they all came up negative.
I know how you feel, it is horrid. I crave for a normal sex life. If you hear of any help for this problem please email me. :(

One thing that can help besides having your bf treated is, have him wash himself and his hands before you have sex. Don't let him use your towel, loofa, wash rag, nothing that touches you down there. Men have a lot of bacteria that builds up as the day goes on, which will lead to constant infections if he's careless about it. I have my bf wash down there and his hands and I haven't gotten any infections in over a year. Sometimes our towels get mixed up and he uses mine, so I just use a different one when he tells me or I feel the towel is wet since the last time I used it.

I found that I had less yeast infections if I did not use any perfume type detergents in my laundry. Infact, I now use detergent geared for babys when I wash my underware. Also, watch what you use for douhes, etc. If they are scented it can aggravate the problem.

:roll: ok...I was prescribed to do the following -
lidocaine 2.5% and prilocaine 2.5% (emla) (placed on the area about 20min before intercourse) it really helps to ease the pain
also:
low oxate diet and take calcium citrate pills (i will post on the diet at a later post)
and....The elavil (anti-depressant)

after using all three I still have pain...But just not as severe as it used to be. There is still no cure for vulvodynia...But they have found some treatment to make you more comfortable during sex.

I found this on a web site:


disease/condition(s)
vulvodynia (vulvar pain or discomfort)

guideline category
diagnosis
evaluation
management
treatment

clinical specialty
family practice
obstetrics and gynecology
surgery



guideline objective(s)
to provide a review of the literature and make known expert opinion regarding the treatment of vulvodynia

target population
women with or suspected of having vulvodynia

interventions and practices considered
diagnosis/evaluation

physical evaluation and patient history
cotton swab testing for pain
wet prep, vaginal ph, fungal, and gram stain
yeast culture
management/treatment

vulvar care measures
topical medications
lidocaine ointment 5% (xylocaine jelly 2% or ointment 5%)
lidocaine 2.5% and prilocaine 2.5% (emla)
lidocaine 4% or 5% (ela-max, l-m-x 4, l-m-x 5)
benzocaine (considered, but not recommended)
diphenhydramine (considered, but not recommended)
petrolatum (vaseline)
estrogen
capsaicin
topical nitroglycerin
amitriptyline 2% (elavil)
baclofen 2% (lioresol)
oral medications
antidepressants
tricyclic antidepressants, including amitriptyline (elavil), nortriptyline (pamelor), desipramine (norpramin)
selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors
venlafaxine (effexor xr)
anticonvulsants
gabapentin (neurontin)
carbamazepine (tegretol)
topiramate (topamax)
tramadol (ultram)
intralesional injections
triamcinolone acetonide 0.1% and bupivacaine
submucosal methylprednisolone and lidocaine
interferon-alpha (ifn-alpha)
biofeedback/physical therapy (pelvis floor awareness)
complementary and alternative therapies
low oxalate diet with calcium citrate supplementation
cognitive behavioral therapy/sexual counseling
surgery
total vestibulectomy
local excision
perineoplasty
surgery for pudendal nerve entrapment
major outcomes considered
pain
symptom reduction
sexual functioning
quality of life
patient satisfaction
top^
methodology

Still found more:
http://www.Hisandherhealth.Com/articles/v ulvodynia.Shtml

And...Here is the low oxate diet:

low calcium low oxalate diet instructions

beverages to avoid:
malted beverages;
milk and milk drinks;
chocolate beverages.

Beverages allowed:
carbonated beverages;
cereal beverages;
limit tea and coffee to 3 cups a day of either.

Breads and cereals to avoid:
any cereal enriched with calcium, such as instant type hot cereals, or cereals containing bran such as all-bran or granola.
Pancakes;
waffles and other "quick breads";
whole wheat breads.

Breads and cereals allowed:
white and wheat bread;
refined cereals;
crackers;
rye or variety breads;
donuts, pastries and sweet rolls.

Desserts to avoid:
desserts made with milk such as custard, pudding, ice cream, ice milk;
cream pies and cream-filled baked products.

Desserts allowed:
gelatin desserts made of allowed foods;
fruit ices;
sherbets;
cakes, cookies, or other products not made from milk.

Fats to avoid:
half and half;
sour cream (can be included in 1/2 cup allowance).

Fats allowed:
butter or margarine;
cream (up to 1/2 cup daily);
salad oils;
cooking fat;
nondairy creamer;
cream cheese (up to 2 oz. Per day).

Fruits to avoid:
rhubarb;
cranberries;
plums;
gooseberries;
raspberries.

Fruits allowed:
canned fruits;
cooked fruits;
fresh fruit except those excluded;
dried fruit (up to 1/3 cup daily).

Meat and meat substitutes to avoid:
sardines;
shrimp and oysters;
cheese - yellow, natural and processed;
white cheese including cottage cheese and parmesan cheese;
yogurt.

Meats and meat substitutes allowed:
meat, fish and fowl except those excluded;
not more than 2 eggs daily (including those used in cooking).

Potato or substitute to avoid:
whole grain rice.

Potato or substitute allowed:
potato;
mararon;
noodles;
spaghetti;
refined rice.

Soups to avoid:
bean or pea soup;
cream or milk-based soups.

Soups allowed: (made from allowed foods)
broth;
vegetable soup;
meat soup.


Sweets and nuts to avoid:
chocolate;
molasses;
cocoa;
almonds;
peanuts.

Sweets and nuts allowed:
candy without chocolate, almonds or peanuts;
honey;
jam;
jelly;
syrups;
sugar;
other nuts.

Vegetables to avoid:
asparagus;
dried beans and peas;
broccoli;
beet greens;
swiss chard;
collards;
mustard greens;
turnip greens;
kale;
spinach.

Vegetables allowed:
canned, cooked or fresh vegetables;
vegetable juice except those excluded.

Miscellaneous foods to avoid:
cream sauce;
milk gravy;
peanut butter;
ripe olives.

Miscellaneous foods allowed:
salt;
spices;
pepper (in moderation);
vinegar;
foods high in oxalate.

Robertson et al. (1979c) believed that limited animal protein intake also benefits calcium.

Ok...After this post...I'll stop...But here is some more info:

vulvar vestibulitis is defined as burning, stinging, irritation of the vaginal area on a chronic basis. These patients are usually young and have had many visits and examinations with doctors that don't result in a real treatment plan. Most often association with interstitial cystitis, this type produces pain on intercourse and when the skin is touched. Patients describe the pain as having had their vaginal opening rubbed with sandpaper.

Well I kinda no where your coming from, I have suffered with yeast infections for the last 2yrs and I have tried everything! I get them every couple of months and it so depressing.
I do get the pain and dryness through sex but not all of the time. If you get any advice please share it!

I've heard that men can get these infections too but theres not as many symptoms. Is he being treated while you are? Maybe he is continously spreading them to you.

Sexuality is a part of every woman's life. All of our bodies have the potential to feel physical excitement and pleasure. Some women choose never to be sexually active, but most women explore their sexual desires in some way, at some point in their lives. Having the freedom to choose how to express yourself sexually (or how not to) is an important part of a woman's sexual health. Women who understand their bodies can make better choices about the sexual activities that they enjoy.

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