Tag Archives: dyspareunia
Menopausal Vaginismus
Menopausal Vaginismus, which is a common cause of painful sex at midlife and beyond, is initially caused by the dryness and thinning of the vagina due to a drop in estrogen. When a woman has less estrogen, there is less … Continue reading
Discomfort with Sex; Pain with Sex
There is an enormous difference between discomfort with intercourse and severe debilitating pain with attempted penetration. Discomfort with intercourse is known as dyspareunia, impossible painful intercourse is diagnostic of vaginismus. Understanding the different degrees of pain is important in reaching … Continue reading
Painful Sex
Female pain during sexual intercourse is common and affects at least 30 % of the world population. It can range from discomfort (dyspareunia) to severe pain or intercourse being impossible (vaginismus). It can be due to medical conditions such as … Continue reading