Vaginismus is a spasm of the muscles of the wall of the vagina that occurs involuntarily.[1, 2] If the tissues of the vagina, cervix, and uterus become thin and dryer due to an insufficient level of sex hormones in peri-menopause (i.e., the time just preceding menopause) or menopause, the uterus and cervix may drop (called prolapse) into the upper part of the vagina.
Women with vaginismus and/or prolapse of the uterus or cervix, often experience pain (called dyspareunia) during sexual intercourse and/or placement of a speculum (i.e., a medical instrument) into the vagina during a pelvic examination by a physician.[1, 2]
To learn about the variety of ways to manage and treat vaginismus and dyspareunia, see our Q&A called Treatment of Vaginismus.
REFERENCES
1. J Reichenberg-Ullman. Whole Woman Homeopathy. 2004. Edmonds, WA: Picnic Point Press.
2. I Ikenze. Menopause & Homeopathy: A Guide for Women at Midlife. 1998. Berkeley, CA: North Atlantic Books.
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