What are the symptoms of vaginismus?
European Board Certified Sexual Therapist Gynecologist Dr. INFORMATIONAL article about Didem Kurban’s VAGINISMUS TREATMENT..
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Vaginismus; It is a condition in which a woman contracts during sexual intercourse and cannot have sexual intercourse. The causes of vaginismus are 90% psychological. A woman’s wrong perception of sexuality, social pressures or upbringing may cause vaginismus. This disorder, which negatively affects the sexual life of couples, may also cause spouses to experience emotional problems over time. It can also cause a woman to feel inadequate and have self-confidence problems. For this reason, every woman who suspects vaginismus should consult a gynecologist without delay.
What is Vaginismus? Why Does It Happen?
Vaginismus; It is a disorder that causes the woman to be unable to have sexual intercourse due to contraction during sexual intercourse. It is a disorder that is approximately 10 times more common in Eastern societies than in Western societies. This is because; It is the way sexuality is conveyed and experienced in the traditional social structure and the lack of knowledge about it.
Starting from childhood, every person acquires some knowledge and experiences about sexuality. Most of this information comes from family and environment. Urban legends and negative experiences learned during this process also remain in the subconscious. Even if the person does not realize it, he may have negatively coded information about sexuality. Their negative effects may occur during the first sexual experience. The woman may become stiff and her body may reject sexual intercourse even if she wants to.
Is Vaginismus a Psychological Problem?
We can consider vaginismus as a type of anxiety disorder. However, it would be more accurate to discuss it within the scope of “Genitopelvic Pain and Penetration Disorders”. Vaginismus is a disorder that usually occurs due to psychological reasons. Rarely, it may occur due to different reasons that cause pain during sexual intercourse. Once the underlying causes are identified, a individually planned treatment process combined with therapy and exercises is required.
What are the symptoms of vaginismus?
Common vaginismus symptoms:
Inability to have sexual intercourse (The feeling experienced by the partner when the penis cannot enter the vagina is often described as “hitting the wall.”)
Experiencing a panic attack-like fear when a penis or any sexual object enters the vagina
Fear, excitement, sweating and palpitations during sexual intercourse. Fainting in some patients
Painful sexual intercourse
Not being able to touch or look at the vagina, ignoring and disgusting the genital area
Inability to open legs during intercourse
Pushing the partner or trying to escape during sexual intercourse
Trying to prevent sexual intercourse
Inability to insert tampons, fingers or suppositories into the vagina
Fear of gynecological examination
How to Understand Vaginismus Symptoms? How is it diagnosed?
Vaginismus patients may be afraid not only of sexual intercourse but also of any object entering the vagina. For this reason, they may also avoid gynecological examination. Vaginismus gives clues even without a gynecological examination. Avoidance of ideas about the vagina and sexuality may be observed in women with symptoms of vaginismus. Therefore, vaginismus can be easily understood when the couple’s history is listened to. However, a simple gynecological examination is required for a definitive diagnosis. A diagnosis of vaginismus can be made by evaluating the patient’s history and gynecological examination together.
Does vaginismus go away on its own if left untreated?
Vaginismus is not a disease that goes away on its own. Therefore, it must be treated. During the treatment process, different approaches should be determined depending on the degree of vaginismus. Exercise and therapy processes should be carried out together to ensure that the woman feels comfortable in every aspect. Spouse support is also very important in this process.
Does It Hurt During Vaginismus Treatment? Is There Pain?
Although this question worries many of our patients, we can say that results are obtained in 3 days without feeling any pain or discomfort in the treatment of vaginismus.
Is Vaginismus Treatment Permanent?
The effects of vaginismus treatment are permanent. The awareness and training the patient gains during the treatment process protects the woman from vaginismus for life. You can call our office for all your questions about vaginismus treatment in Ankara.
How Long Does Vaginismus Take to Be Treated? How to Treat?
Vaginismus should definitely be treated by doctors who specialize in this field. Some gynecologists specialize in branches other than vaginismus. Since vaginismus is a disorder in which many psychological and physiological factors play a role, it should be examined by a doctor who has done extensive research in this field. Treatment should also be supported by hypnosis and acupuncture applications when necessary. Especially with the widespread use of acupuncture, acupuncture has also increased the success rate in vaginismus treatment. Kiss. Dr. You can find Didem Kurban’s experiences on this subject in her CV.
Vaginismus treatment is completed in approximately 3 days in our office. Finger exercises performed in this process are not preferred because our patients find them boring or challenging. Instead, a special plan is made for each patient and vaginismus can be said goodbye permanently within 3 to 5 days.