Medical Subject Headings

Last uploaded: March 22, 2026
Id http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D056650
http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D056650
Preferred Name

Vulvodynia

Definitions
Complex pain syndrome with unknown etiology, characterized by constant or intermittent generalized vulva pain (Generalized vulvodynia) or localized burning sensations in the VESTIBULE area when pressure is applied (Vestibulodynia, or Vulvar Vestibulitis Syndrome). Typically, vulvar tissue with vulvodynia appears normal without infection or skin disease. Vulvodynia impacts negatively on a woman's quality of life as it interferes with sexual and daily activities.
Synonyms
Vulvodynia, Generalized
Pain, Vulva
Vulva Pain
Vestibulodynia
Generalized Vulvodynia
Type http://www.w3.org/2002/07/owl#Class
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