Vulvodynia, dyspareunia, chlamydia, and other common sexual health disorders in women

Though women often experience sexual health difficulties, few seek medical help for these difficulties. In this studio discussion, the MIMS Learning editors review the potential reasons for this under-reporting, and they also discuss the various ways in which GPs can improve consultations for sexual health issues. The editors also talk about some commonly encountered conditions, like vulvodynia, chlamydia and dyspareunia. 

After listening to this podcast, healthcare professionals should be more aware of:

• How to conduct initial consultations in women with psychosexual disorders
• The different types of vulval pain and their treatment options
• Red flags for patients presenting with dyspareunia
• Clinical features of and treatment for chlamydia

You can access the website version of this podcast on MIMS Learning to make notes for your appraisal. MIMS Learning offers hundreds of hours of CPD for healthcare professionals, along with a handy CPD organiser.

Please note: this podcast is presented by medical editors and discusses educational content written or presented by doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals on the MIMS Learning website and at live events.

Useful links

MIMS Learning resources

Psychosexual disorders in women

Benign vulval conditions

Dyspareunia in women - red flag symptoms

Amenorrhoea - red flag symptoms

Heavy menstrual bleeding - red flag symptoms

Equity in maternity care - Lessons from MBRRACE

External resources

NICE. Child abuse and neglect. NG76. October 2017.

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