Blog

Importance of Distinguishing Vestibulodynia from Vaginismus

Definition of Vestibulodynia Vestibulodynia, also known by the older term vulvar vestibulitis, means pain in the vestibule just outside the vagina. Definition of Vaginismus Vaginismus is when severe, painful spasm of the vaginal muscles prevents the ability to have pain … Continue reading

Posted in Botox Treatment | Leave a comment

Feeling stuck post Botox Treatment for Vaginismus

Feeling stuck post Botox Treatment for Vaginismus A recurring problem following Botox treatment for vaginismus is getting too comfortable in a dilation routine. Patients settle in with their dilators and every day they dutifully do the dilation schedule they were … Continue reading

Posted in Botox Treatment, Dilators, Post Botox for Vaginismus Treatment | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

After Botox Treatment for Vaginismus, Dilating Can Be Erotic!

Rediscover Passion with Papaya Toys After patients receive the Botox treatment for vaginismus plus progressive dilation under anesthesia and are comfortable with dilating, many feel that dilating is still so clinical and mechanical. Some of these patients also experience low … Continue reading

Posted in Botox Treatment, Dilation | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Feeling Trapped after Botox Treatment for Vaginismus

After a patient’s Botox treatment for vaginismus, fear of being trapped is yet another manifestation of the residual fear and anxiety to intercourse, even though one has made monumental progress with dilators. I have heard so often from my patients … Continue reading

Posted in Botox Treatment | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

VaginismusMD and Social Media – Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Blogs and Forum

VaginismusMD Facebook Our Facebook page was developed to foster and encourage your comments and to provide you with new information from our websites and news from other sources covering the topic of vaginismus. Because vaginismus affects so much more than … Continue reading

Posted in Botox Treatment, Social Networking | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

ISSWSH 2013 Annual Meeting discusses the use of Botox in Vaginismus Treatments

At the recent ISSWSH 2013 annual meeting, the use of Botox to treat vaginismus was widely discussed. It is well recognized that there are a variety of treatments for vaginismus that work. It is also understood that it is important … Continue reading

Posted in Botox Treatment, ISSWSH | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Vaginismus Treatment and Witnessing the Spasm first-hand

A breakthrough in the vaginismus treatment with Botox and progressive dilation under anesthesia is having the partner witness the spasm of the muscles even under sedation. This is often a profound moment that is not forgotten. I am often asked … Continue reading

Posted in Botox Treatment, Social Networking | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

When When Sex Seems Impossible: Stories of Vaginismus

In a recent VaginismusMD Forum post, the following was noted: “I think one of the most important tools for advocacy and spreading the word about the condition of vaginismus is Dr. Pacik’s book on vaginismus and the Botox treatment — … Continue reading

Posted in Botox Treatment | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

The Moderators of the VaginismusMD Forum

At this time, I would like to introduce the three moderators of the VaginismusMD Forum – Heather, Allie and Nakitalab. Their primary role as forum moderator is to encourage interaction, to encourage member involvement, and to encourage a sense of … Continue reading

Posted in Botox Treatment, Social Networking | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Women’s Sexual Health

The Women’s Initiative in Sexual Health (or, WISH) Initiative is a campaign to raise public awareness about the importance of female sexual health. Over a decade of prevalence studies have consistently shown that approximately 40% of women suffer from some … Continue reading

Posted in Botox Treatment, ISSWSH | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment