Reading through many of these posts, lots of the problems described sound like they are related to a condition called Vaginismus. I have suffered from this my whole life. At 20 years old, I have never been able to successfully insert a tampon, or have penetrative intercourse with my boyfriend of nearly 3 years. I have seen a few doctors about this, but they have been largely unhelpful. I'm terrified that I'll never be cured, because I'm so uncomfortable with even looking/touching my own vagina, as well as the prospect of stretching, tearing and pain. I just clench up, and can't seem to unclench. The sexual aspect of my relationship has almost completely fizzled, like he's given up. Otherwise our relationship is fantastic, but I feel that we don't seem to get to the point of possible intercourse any more. Maybe I'm not trying hard enough? It has been suggested that I try dilation? If anyone has any suggestions I would be grateful for any help.
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Hi Susan,
Reading through many of these posts, lots of the problems described sound like they are related to a condition called Vaginismus. I have suffered from this my whole life. At 20 years old, I have never been able to successfully insert a tampon, or have penetrative intercourse with my boyfriend of nearly 3 years. I have seen a few doctors about this, but they have been largely unhelpful. I'm terrified that I'll never be cured, because I'm so uncomfortable with even looking/touching my own vagina, as well as the prospect of stretching, tearing and pain. I just clench up, and can't seem to unclench. The sexual aspect of my relationship has almost completely fizzled, like he's given up. Otherwise our relationship is fantastic, but I feel that we don't seem to get to the point of possible intercourse any more. Maybe I'm not trying hard enough? It has been suggested that I try dilation? If anyone has any suggestions I would be grateful for any help.
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