Vestibulodynia can be detected by gynecological examination and can be diagnosed by gynecological internal examination, laboratory tests and its clinical manifestations.
1. Gynecological internal examination: Since the vestibular gland is located on the inner side of the labia minora, it is possible to see the specifics of the vestibular gland without the need to pass a vaginal speculum. At the same time, it is also necessary to do a pathogenic bacteria smear at the opening of the vestibular gland, the urethra and the paraurethral glands.
2. Vestibular adenitis can also be detected by symptoms, which are similar to those of vestibular cysts in that there is an obvious lump in the vestibular gland. However, vestibular adenitis causes fever, localized redness, swelling and pain in the skin, and pus may appear at the opening of the gland when it is pressed.
3. Laboratory tests: blood tests and secretion smears and bacterial culture tests. The blood test will reveal elevated white blood cells, and the secretion smear and bacterial culture method can effectively determine the pathogenic bacteria, and can also do drug sensitivity tests to choose targeted antibiotic treatment.
If vestibulodynia is suspected, it is recommended to seek prompt medical attention and examination and treatment in a regular hospital.