vaginismus

I think I might have vaginismus. What is it? How do I get rid of it?

Updated 8 September 2023 under Ask Us.

Great question! Vaginismus (vaj-uh-niz-muhs) is a feeling of pain around the vaginal opening when something is going into the vaginal canal. This occurs because the muscles at the opening of […]

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Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy

Updated 9 September 2021 under Health Guides.

Physical therapy is an alternative therapy that treats injuries and certain conditions without the use of medicine or surgery. This means using physical methods of healing such as heat, massage, […]

I am suffering from vaginismus and can’t seem to use tampons. What is it and will I ever be able to use tampons?

Updated 13 November 2017 under Ask Us.

Vaginismus is a feeling of pain around the vaginal opening. This occurs because the muscles at the opening to the vagina tighten when something is going to be placed inside […]

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Updated 8 May 2022 under Health Guides.

Vaginismus is a symptom of a larger condition called genito-pelvic pain and penetration disorder. Vaginismus is feeling of pain around the vaginal opening. This occurs because the muscles at the […]

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