How can vulvodynia be detected?

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  1. Boston Women's Health Book Collective
     
    Boston Women's Health Book Collective answered:

    Atrophy, infection, and skin disorders must be ruled out with appropriate testing, but there is no clear test for vulvodynia. During a pelvic exam, a provider may lightly touch areas on the vulva with a cotton swab to see where it is sensitive.

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    Atrophy, infection, and skin disorders must be ruled out with appropriate testing, but there is no clear test for vulvodynia. During a pelvic exam, a provider may lightly touch areas on the vulva with a cotton swab to see where it is sensitive. More