WHAT IS VAGIINISMUS AND WHAT ARE THE TREATMENT METHODS?
Vaginismus is the involuntary contraction of the vagina entrance muscles, which makes it almost impossible to have sexual intercourse and gynecological examination, is a sexual dysfunction that goes with exaggerated pain and anxiety. Vaginismus is a problem not only for women but also for couples, so therapies are planned together.
Vaginismus can be primary or secondary. Primary vaginismus is seen in women who have not had intercourse before, psychological reasons, having exaggerated beliefs about sexual life that are incompatible with reality, and fear of sexual intercourse at the level of phobia can often be the cause. Vaginismus treatment is very promising in trained hands and the success rate is close to full.
Before the couples who apply with the complaint of vaginismus, a detailed history is taken and the underlying problem is evaluated. With the physical examination, it is determined whether there is a problem preventing intercourse in the hymen, and if surgical intervention is required, information is given. Information is given about the treatment plan and the treatment is planned. In addition to sexual therapy steps, hypnosis, EMDR and some drug applications also support the treatment.
