Introduction: The Challenge of Treating Vulvar Pain Vulvar pain disorders—such as vulvodynia, vestibulodynia, and lichen sclerosus—present unique challenges in clinical practice. These conditions often have multifactorial etiologies, ranging from neuropathic pain to hormonal atrophy, inflammation, and pelvic floor dysfunction. Standard therapies may help some patients but fall short for others due to side effects, intolerance to excipients, or the need for multi-targeted treatment. This is where compounded medications offer value—not as replacements for standard care,

Introduction: You’re Not Alone Vaginal or vulvar pain can significantly impact your quality of life, intimacy, and emotional well-being. Whether you’re experiencing pain during intercourse, persistent discomfort, or menopausal symptoms like dryness and irritation, it’s essential to know there are treatment options beyond traditional therapies. One approach gaining attention involves personalized or compounded medications—custom-made preparations tailored specifically to your needs. This article helps you start an informed, productive conversation with your healthcare provider about your

Introduction: Understanding Compounded Vaginal Treatments If you’re struggling with vulvar or vaginal pain, or treating patients experiencing this type of discomfort, you might have heard of “compounded medications.” But what exactly goes into these customized treatments? Compounded medications are specifically created by a pharmacist to match individual patient needs, often combining multiple ingredients into a single formulation. Understanding the roles of common ingredients can help both patients and healthcare providers discuss potential personalized treatment strategies

Sermorelin is a synthetic analog of growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH) that has gained attention in anti-aging and performance medicine. As a peptide consisting of 29 amino acids, Sermorelin functions by stimulating the pituitary gland to produce and release the body’s natural growth hormone (GH). Unlike synthetic human growth hormone (HGH) replacement, Sermorelin works with your body’s existing systems to optimize hormone production. Research from the National Institute of Health indicates that growth hormone secretion naturally