Vaginismus
Vaginismus Is
Treatable -
The Right Support
Can Help
Vaginismus is involuntary tightening of the muscles around the vagina that can make penetration painful, difficult, or impossible. With properassessment and personalised treatment, many people can improve their comfort and confidence.
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Understanding Vaginismus
Causes
Vaginismus can have physical, emotional, or psychological contributors, and sometimes there is no single identifiable cause.
Fear of pain
Expecting pain during intercourse can cause involuntary tightening of the pelvic floor muscles, creating a cycle of pain and tension.
Previous pain or trauma
Previous painful sexual experiences, sexual trauma, pelvic injury, or childbirth-related injury may contribute to vaginismus.
Infection or irritation
Vaginal infections, inflammation, irritation, or other conditions that cause genital pain may contribute to involuntary tightening.
5-17%
Of women globally
Experience vaginismus at some point in their lives.
Anxiety and stress
Anxiety, fear, or stress related to sexual activity can increase muscle tension and make penetration more difficult.
Hormonal changes
Hormonal changes, including those associated with menopause, may contribute to vaginal dryness or tissue changes that make penetration uncomfortable.
YOUR CARE PATH
01
STEP-01
First consultation
We begin with a discussion about your symptoms and medical history to understand when the pain or muscle tightening occurs.
STEP-02
Examination and assessment
An assessment may help identify physical causes of pain and assess pelvic floor muscle tension. Assessment may include a pelvic examination when appropriate, and additional investigations may be advised only when clinically necessary.
STEP-03
Personalised treatment plan
Treatment is personalised based on your symptoms and underlying cause. It may include psychological help to address fear or anxiety, and medical treatment for any underlying infection, irritation, dryness, or other contributing condition.
STEP-04
Review and adjustment
Your progress is reviewed regularly, and treatment can be adjusted according to your comfort and response. The aim is to gradually reduce pain and involuntary tightening while helping you feel more comfortable and confident.
symptoms
When To Seek Help?
Consider speaking with a healthcare professional if:
Vaginal penetration is repeatedly painful or difficult
You experience involuntary tightening during penetration
You cannot comfortably use tampons
Fear of pain is causing you to avoid intimacy
Frequently Asked Questions
With age, erections may take longer to develop and be less firm. That is normal. Losing the ability to achieve them is not. Age raises the likelihood of diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease, all of which are treatable at any age.
When difficulty stops being occasional and becomes the pattern. Occasional difficulty after alcohol, poor sleep or stress is normal and does not require treatment.
Rarely entirely. Most cases have a physical component with anxiety contributing on top, and the two reinforce each other. Both are assessed and both are treated.
Often not. Where the cause is blood sugar, blood pressure, weight, smoking or an existing medication, treating that can restore function without ongoing tablets.
It is unlikely to without lifestyle change or treatment. Delaying also leaves the underlying cause, frequently a vascular or metabolic condition, untreated.
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With proper assessment and personalised treatment, many people can improve their comfort and confidence.
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