Monthly Archives: May 2012

Vaginismus Treatment: The 1,2,3 Punch

Vaginismus treatment using the Pacik Botox program With now more than 170 patients treated using the Botox program, vaginismus treatment continues to become easier. The program consists of Botox injections, injections of a long acting local anesthetic, and progressive dilation … Continue reading

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Dilators: When Holding Steady is Falling Behind

Anxiety provoking aspects of vaginismus The three most anxiety producing aspects of severe vaginismus appear to be the thoughts of intercourse, GYN exams and the use of dilators. I have had patients almost decide not to have the Botox treatment … Continue reading

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Anxiety and Low Desire

Women with low levels of sexual desire often have high levels of anxiety I often hear from the vaginismus sufferers that they have a low desire for sex. I have felt for a long time that there may be a … Continue reading

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Pregnancy and Vaginismus

Women with un-treated vaginismus wonder if it is possible for them to get pregnant if they are unable to have intercourse. If they do get pregnant, they then wonder if natural childbirth will cure their pre-existing vaginismus by stretching the … Continue reading

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Transitioning to Intercourse and The Importance of Dilating

Many vaginismus sufferers have had years of failed therapy and relationships that did not work out. For the vaginismus sufferer who discovered her condition on her honeymoon, vaginismus has caused a lot of anguish and heartbreak and the marriage is … Continue reading

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Observations – Vaginismus — Botox vs. Dilation Only

Dilation only in the treatment of vaginismus In the treatment of vaginismus using the Pacik Botox Program, I have a number of patients who have opted for the dilation part of the program without the use of Botox. This still … Continue reading

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Blog Are you Missing Out by not joining the VaginismusMD Forum?

If you are not actively engaged in the VaginismusMD Forum there is a great deal you will be missing. The following topics were posted on May 6 and May 7, 2012 Posted by Heather34, our VaginismusMD Forum Moderator Category: Success … Continue reading

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The VaginismusMD Forum

The VaginismusMD Forum has gone beyond our expectations. Finally women with vaginismus can join a community and not feel isolated. The VaginismusMD Forum is a place to share your personal story, ask questions and discuss ALL aspects of vaginismus and … Continue reading

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The Joy of Getting Pregnant After Botox Treatment for Vaginismus

I advise my patients to avoid pregnancy for about four months after treatment with Botox for their vaginismus. This is a routine precaution because it is always best to avoid any type of drug or medication when trying to conceive. … Continue reading

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How Long Should Sex Last

When my patients are able to achieve intercourse, many of them want to know how long should sex last? Dr. Irwin Goldstein, editor of the Journal of Sexual Medicine, cited a four-week study of 1,500 couples in 2005 that found … Continue reading

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