Understanding the Causes and Treatments of Vulvodynia

8. Altered Vaginal Flora

Vaginal flora patterns can diagnose and classify cases of vaginitis, a condition that causes vulvodynia. A vaginal fluid analysis test determines microflora patterns. On their own, irregular patterns are essentially harmless, but research shows a link between the inflammation caused by altered vaginal microflora and the symptoms of vulvodynia. This diagnosis and a prescribed regimen helped some women achieve significant relief within six to eight months.