Interstitial Cystitis is Associated with Vulvodynia and Sexual Dysfunction-A Case-Control Study

We found an increased prevalence of vulvodynia among women with recently diagnosed IC; both conditions seem to have profound consequences on women's sexual function. A potential role for sex hormone-dependent mechanisms into the comorbidity of vulvar and bladder pain is proposed, but further research is warranted. Gardella B, Porru D, Nappi RE, Daccò MD, Chiesa A, and Spinillo A. Interstitial cystitis is associated with vulvodynia and sexual dysfunction-A case control study.