Vaginism

Vaginism or Vaginismus is a condition in which an attempt to insert something into a woman's vagina causes the muscles surrounding the vagina to tighten, and to clamp shut, making penetration painful or impossible. Vaginism can affect sexual intercourse as well as gynecological examinations and even the use of tampons. Vaginismus is involuntary - not intentional, and can be compared to any other reflex action where the body closes up as a reflex, like when the eye blinks if something approaches it. It is important to note that vaginismus is not triggered deliberately or intentionally by women. It happens involuntarily without their intentional control and often without any awareness on their part. Read and discover more ...