Does your body clench up every time you try to have intercourse or even insert a tampon? Do you feel tight, dry, or unable to relax — no matter how much you want to?
Vaginismus isn’t just physical. It’s emotional too. It can leave you feeling confused, anxious, or even ashamed. It may even make you feel like you’re failing your partner, or questioning your body’s ability to enjoy intimacy or conceive.
The truth? You are not alone—and vaginismus is treatable. With the right diagnosis, counseling, and exercises, most women experience complete recovery and go on to enjoy pain-free intimacy.
Vaginismus affects between 5% and 17% of women, making it one of the most underdiagnosed sexual dysfunctions globally. If you’re in Mumbai, expert help is available through Dr. Dimple Doshi at Vardaan Hospital, where your privacy, comfort, and recovery are our top priorities.
Vaginismus is an involuntary spasm of the vaginal muscles that prevents penetration, causing pain or discomfort during intimacy.
The key symptom is painful or impossible penetration despite desire. It may also include burning, tightness, or anxiety around touch.
Causes may include anxiety, past trauma, painful first intercourse, or emotional and cultural factors.
Vaginismus is classified into primary (never achieved penetration) and secondary (develops after prior normal intercourse).
Diagnosis involves medical and sexual history, symptom description, and a gentle pelvic exam by a trained gynecologist.
Treatment includes education, counseling, relaxation techniques, and vaginal dilator therapy—all aimed at restoring comfort and control.
Vaginal dilators are smooth tube-shaped tools used to gently stretch vaginal muscles, starting from small to larger sizes over time.
Living with vaginismus can be emotionally difficult, but recovery is possible. Communicate openly, seek help early, and stay hopeful.
Ans. Pregnancy without penetration is extremely rare, but possible if semen is deposited near the vaginal opening. Always consult a doctor for guidance.
Ans. Yes. With counseling, exercises, and gradual dilator therapy, most women recover fully and go on to enjoy pain-free intimacy.
Ans. Quick tightening exercises like Kegels exist, but if you have vaginismus, focus on relaxing—not tightening—your pelvic muscles.
Ans. Unless diagnosed with laxity, focus on muscle coordination—not tightening. Vaginismus sufferers should focus on relaxation.
Ans. Studies show vaginismus affects 5–17% of women at some point. It’s more common than most realize, but many don’t seek help.
Ans. Mindful relaxation, deep breathing, and gradual exposure therapy can help loosen the pelvic muscles over time.
Ans. Focus on pelvic coordination, not just strength. Yoga, squats, and mindfulness can help—especially if you don’t have vaginismus.
Ans. Vaginal dryness may worsen vaginismus. Moisturizers, estrogen creams, or water-based lubricants can improve comfort.
Ans.Excessive or forceful penetration in vaginismus can worsen muscle tightness and emotional trauma. Go slow, never force it.
Ans. This may be due to anxiety, menopause, or hormonal changes. Vaginismus and vaginal atrophy can both cause these symptoms.
Ans. Involuntary tightening of vaginal muscles, known as vaginismus, can make penetration painful or impossible despite desire.
Ans. Yes, vaginismus can delay pregnancy if penetration is impossible—but it can be treated, and many women conceive after recovery.
Take charge of your health today.
Book your consultation with Dr. Dimple Doshi at Vardaan Hospital, Goregaon West, Mumbai.