Forgot to mention..
I am seeing and MD that is also uses complementary medicine, I was not able to get any "traditional" medical specialists to believe in my theory or test me for that matter.grrrrrrrrrrr (my gyn shook his head for a year!!) and I am took antidepressants that did not work for pain....
Since this issue is deep rooted in my body, like Crandall agrees, I finally sought out a Dr. that deals in Candida, not just vulvodynia.....
I know we are all different, and many causes are possible, but with Dr Crandall's advice, and finally finding a MD to treat me, I know I am up for a battle. I just need to hear from others like you who can share your helpful hints and theories and stories!!! :)