When Sex Hurts: Vulvodynia and Lichen Sclerosis expert Dr. Goldstein

Dr. Goldstein is a gynecologist specializing in pelvic floor dysfunction, vulvar disorders and female sexual health and dysfunction. He is an author, engaging speaker and world traveler (before COVID). You can find him at www.vulvodynia.com My story on my connection with Dr. Goldstein How did he become an expert in vulvas – and tell us what the vulva is. As many as 40 percent of women who suffer from pain with sex won't seek medical care. And most medical professionals are still in the dark when it comes to women's sexual pain. The viscous pain cycle Let’s talk about your book, “When Sex Hurts” Why he wrote it https://amzn.to/3tFvn5P What is vulvodynia? Are there any “easy fixes” for vulvodynia? What is lichen sclerosis. What is the role of estrogen and lichen sclerosis? Should women use steroids and estrogen cream for life? The importance of local vaginal estrogen in preventing UTI Menopause lasts a lifetime My “not natural” rant! Testosterone for women’s health Can you talk about the role of hormonal birth control, hormone effects, and pelvic pain and dyspareunia? Low dose birth control for early menopause What is the role of trauma and abuse in pelvic pain? His other book: Female Sexual Pain Disorders https://amzn.to/3x6FXoc --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kj-casperson/message

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Empowering women (and the partners who love them) to live their best sex lives. Combining the power of mind-work, body-science and relationships, I joyously smash the societal barriers that are keeping us from living our best intimate lives. Whether you are young or past menopause, single or in a long-term relationship, it is never too late or too early to realize YOU ARE NOT BROKEN. With humor, candor and ease, I break down the stories that we have been told about being sexual beings, to help us play, and normalize our intimacy. Nothing in this podcast is personal medical advice, of course.