Patient's question:
I used to suffer from severe menstrual cramps. I thought that after my divorce, the symptoms would improve. However, after my divorce, I still experienced menstrual cramps, and during sexual activity, I felt that my vagina had no sensation. Sometimes, it was impossible for my partner to enter me. I went to the hospital for a thorough examination, and the doctor said it was vaginismus. Why does vaginismus occur?Doctor's answer:
Vaginismus is a psychophysiological syndrome that interferes with a woman's ability to respond sexually, also known as sexual intercourse phobia. During sexual intercourse, involuntary reflexive severe pain occurs in the muscles surrounding the vagina, causing the vaginal opening to tighten and lock, making intercourse impossible. The causes include both organic and psychological factors. It can be addressed through the practice of correct sexual knowledge, correcting misconceptions about intercourse, and eliminating tension. When necessary, under the guidance of a professional doctor in a hospital, a vaginal dilator can be used to implement systematic desensitization therapy.