OMG.
I did know this, but had forgotten.
This may explain whey we FMers can have such bad menstrual periods....?

Thanks for info! Good to remember!
Leo

I remember reading about that 15 years ago-called vulvodynia or something. Hope you feel better soon. Fibrohyg

I only very rarely have that type of pain but I know many who do.

Wish I could offer suggestions. Hopefully others will be more helpful.

I had that problem menopausal and post menopausal, my gyn gave me some estrogen cream and i would just put a little dab down in that area, it helped.

I have had pain down there since I was a teenager. Needless to say, sex was unpleasant for a very long time. Nothing changed until I stopped having periods all the time (via birth control pills taken continuously). I have a hormone problem though, so the periods I was having were only because of my birth control pills. Otherwise I wouldn't have one every month on my own. So the doctor said there was no need for it and I have been so much better down there ever since.

Hmm, might partially explain the success of the estrogen cream MagicPill used?

I've had pain there for years (mostly burning). Before menopause, I had bad endometriosis. It might be a good idea to see doctor, just to be on the safe side.

I've tried the estro cream - it helps a lot.

And from this my sex life went bye bye 4 years ago. Feel like I am being stabbed! Thank God my hubby understands.

Thanks guys for commenting on this subject. I have a physical scheduled this month and have sent a note to my doctor to give her a heads up that this is a subject I want to discuss.

I am on the Progestron cream now for homone imbalance. I wonder it one can be on both the Progestron and Estrogen creams at the same time.

Well, Thanks again.

Yes, vulvodynia is common among women with fibro and the actual symptoms can vary. I have had some. It can occur at the same time as urinary problems (name escapes me now)., which I have also had. Here is what I know.

Treating the fibro with Cymbalta, Savella, or Lyrica,if effective also treats those symptoms. Depending on your age (menopause, pre, post) some women need a little extra for symptom relief. Because my problems in the genitals are also associated with urinary tract infections i take vitamin C to boost immune system, use 1 gram of estrace cream twice a week to promote circulation to the area, which in turn plumps the tissues so that bacteria cannot go in the urinary tract, and before going swimming place a little aquaphore on the outside area. Oh, and only "natural" baby soap in the genital area. No harsh soaps. Oh, and for washing, never use a wash mitt, sponge or anything that has been sitting around, re/used. Clean hands only.

If your problem is less of infections and more of nerves going crazy, I had that too, while you find a med that works, an anti-inflammatory like meloxicam will decrease inflammation all over the body and reduce pressure on the nerves that are going wild. I had my problem because I have problems with my back. So the nerves in the lower back are the ones that drive the process. Other things that reduce pressure on those nerves is stretching --2 or 3 times a day. Look at spineuniverse.com or spinehealth.com for the "exercises". Else, look into an inversion table.

Best wishes. Your Pap smears, check for vaginal infections, etc. all up to date?

Hi all,

Just want to thank you all again for for comments and suggestions here.

I took them to heart and had a pelvic exam. My PCP then had me go in for an ultrasound which has revealed that the wall of my uterus has thickened and there is a possible polyp.

She is now referring me to a GYN for biopsy.

I will post here again with any updates.

Take care all,
rsimmons

Rsimmons,

I am so glad you went to the Dr to discuss this problem and that your Dr gave you a check-up.

I have a thickened utereus lining due to Endomitriosis, and that alone causes me problems, so I imagine a poly is even more uncomfortable.

I wish you the best with the biopsy and hope for the easiest, least invasive treatment to relieve your pain.

Mamy prayers, LuLu

Thanks so much LuLu :-)

Also wishing good luck!!! Endometriosis sucks for me, too, and it's not fun---so I can't imagine a polyp. Fingerse crossed,
Leo
(And apparently based on the typos, crossed while I type, sorry)

I have pain in the same area. At times it is burning others stabbing, not nice. I also have pain upon penetration so my sex life has gone away. My hubby is understanding and we do what we can when we can. Just another part of life that needs adjustments thanks to fibro. :)

Glad you got it checked. The biopsy is a quick procedure and you'll probably have some cramping after but it goes away quickly. I've had several including one recently.

Hoping you get answers quickly and that the problem is minor.