- Conditions Treated
Overview
Extreme tightness when trying to have sex could indicate a condition called ‘Vaginismus’. This is a treatable condition and occurs 1 in 500 women.
Vaginismus is defined as a condition when severe pain is experienced before or during penile penetration or sometimes even when slipping in a tampon!
If you are experiencing such a condition, remember , Vaginismus is curable and you need to seek treatment immediately .
It is assumed that 6- 12 % of women population suffer from vaginismus globally.
Symptoms
- Difficulty with Vaginal Penetration: This can be experienced when attempting to insert tampons, undergo gynecological exams, or engage in sexual intercourse.
- Pain During Sex: This can manifest as a burning or stinging sensation during sexual intercourse due to the involuntary tightening of pelvic muscles.
- Involuntary Muscle Spasms: These occur as an automatic reflex that tightens the vaginal muscles when an attempt at vaginal penetration is made.
Treatment Approach
- Pelvic floor physical therapy: Exercises and techniques to help relax and strengthen the pelvic floor muscles.
- Gradual desensitization: Gradually introducing vaginal penetration using techniques like dilation therapy or insertion of graduated-sized dilators.
- Counseling or therapy: Addressing any underlying psychological or emotional factors contributing to vaginismus, such as anxiety or past trauma.
- Education and communication: Learning about the condition, understanding sexual anatomy, and improving communication with sexual partners.
