What Is Vaginismus?

Secondary Vaginismus

Most women with vaginismus have primary vaginismus. This type presents in a typical way where pain and tightness are always present. Women with primary vaginismus typically notice it the very first time they try to have sex or use a tampon. A rarer version of this condition is secondary vaginismus, and women with this condition have not always had vaginal tightness and discomfort. People who get this diagnosis have already had normal sexual function. They may be able to have sex without discomfort for years before spontaneously developing vaginismus. Typically, secondary vaginismus is caused by a specific problem like surgery, infection, childbirth, or trauma. The secondary version of vaginismus can happen at any time, and it may go away on its own.

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