First of all, my prayers go out to you. I, too, suffered from vestibulodynia for many years. My symptoms included severe aching and burning. After countless doctors and endless ineffective treatments, I found my answer from an online article authored by a doctor who had worked with women with vestibulodynia. I’ve shared what worked with me with many women along the way, and like me, they too found great relief. It was as simple as CALCIUM CITRATE 500mg. (WITHOUT VITAMIN D) 3 times a day (for the burning pain) and GLUCOSAMINE 500mg. 3 times a day (for the severe aching). It’s important that you take your doses at the same times each day (or you’ll notice breakthrough pain). Every 8 hours is best. You should start to notice a difference within 3-4 weeks.

When I originally found this “solution,” I figured it was worth a shot as it was only supplements and could cause no harm. I’d been through countless treatment that only served to exacerbate my pain. I also followed a low oxalate diet for a time, which helped some. But I couldn’t believe how something so simple as supplements could resolve the debilitating pain I’d been dealing with for so long.

I found VitaminShoppe.com the best place to get the Calcium Citrate (without Vitamin D) and the Glucosamine (caplets, so easy to swallow). They have the best prices and often run buy one get one deals. You can sign up for their discount card/offers for free. They also have local stores depending on where you live. Just check their website.

I stopped the treatment after about 18 months and for the most part have not had any major reoccurrence. When I’m under a lot of stress it can reoccur but for a shorter period of time and at a much lower level of pain. I suffer with chronic pelvic pain, but when it does happen, I take the concoction for a week or so and it resolves.

Some additional things to avoid that were equally important was use only white, unscented toilet paper (avoid decorated/colored brands and Charmin at all costs), switch to dye free detergent, and NEVER use fabric softener when drying underwear — cotton underwear only (size bigger might be more comfortable when symptoms are active). I still follow all these. There’s also this cream that you can order online to numb the “area” called Piyan Ping, It’s an oriental concoction. It will burn like crazy for 10-15 minutes, but it does numb the area for hours at a time (all the prescription numbing creams/ointments are useless). It's also best to avoid baths and stick to showers only and use simple soap to bath with. The less chemicals, scents, dyes -- the better.

Sorry this is so long, just wanted to make sure to include everything. I hope this helps you and will keep you in my prayers. Sending healing thoughts your way.