Types of vaginismus:
There are two main types of vaginismus that can affect
women at different ages.
Primary Vaginisumus:
This is a lifetime condition in which
the pain has always been present. This is when a woman has had pain every time
something entered their vagina. In this case vaginal penetration has never been
achieved.
Secondary vaginismus:
It happens after a woman has already
experienced normal sexual function. But then it becomes difficult or impossible
due to factors such as gynecologic surgery, childbirth, menopause and a traumatic
event.
Vaginismus causes:
Healthcare experts aren’t sure why
vaginismus happens. Some women have vaginismus in all situations and others
have it only in certain cases, like with one partner but not others.
Factors that may
leads to vaginismus include:
·
Anxiety
·
Child
birth injuries
·
Pelvic
surgery
·
Medication
side effects
·
Fear
of sex or negative feelings about sex
·
Infection
such as UTI or yeast infection
Vaginismus Symptoms:
Painful sex is often the first sign of
vaginismus. It usually gone after withdrawal but not always.
Symptoms of
vaginismus include:
·
Fear
of sex
·
Loss
of sexual desire
·
Pain
during tampon insertion
·
Pain
during a gynecological examination
Vaginismus
treatment:
Women with vaginismus can do exercise at
homw to learn to control and relax the muscles around their vagina. Make kegal
exercises part of your daily routine. Do at least three sets of 10 to 15
repetitions a day.
The time it
takes for vaginismus to be successfully treated will depend on the individual.
Anyone who is
con concerned about symptoms relating to vaginismus should consult with their
health provider for evaluation.