Tag Archives: Vaginismus
Insurance Coverage for Botox Treatment of Vaginismus
Vaginismus (vah’ je niz mus) is an involuntary and uncontrolled fear of penile penetration resulting in an inability to have pain free intercourse. The fear is so great that it is usually accompanied by severe anxiety, often to any form … Continue reading
Vaginismus: The Unspoken Truth
Vaginismus is a condition of sexual pain that affects about 1-7% of the world population, yet few health care professionals are familiar with this. It is the most common reason for unconsummated marriages. Women are loath to discuss this with … Continue reading
Botox for Vaginismus: Safety
Safety experience with Botox for vaginismus From 2005 to September 2013 we have treated over 245 patients with Botox for vaginismus. Our experience of using Botox for vaginismus shows that Botox has a high degree of safety. Two complications of minor … Continue reading
Great Sex after Vaginismus Treatment-sequel
In one of the previous blogs I wrote: “We need to start thinking out of the restrictive box of what should be, and simply enjoy our natural feelings and to be grateful that we can fulfill this part of ourselves. … Continue reading
Publications
Dr. Pacik’s publications dealing with vaginismus are now available on the website by linking to Resources. Important data continues to be collected and published. Botox treatment for vaginismus combined with progressive dilation under anesthesia and post procedure counseling is still … Continue reading
Is a Healthy Sex Life Possible after Vaginismus treatment?
I have learned a great deal from my patients. Every time I need to explain something it causes me to pause and ask myself how many others know the answer to this. I have been in touch with a patient … Continue reading
Vaginismus and Anxiety
How does treatment with Botox help anxiety in vaginismus patients? Most of my blogs are the direct result of conversations with patients. Today, in a Skype interview a prospective patient asked how treatment of her vaginismus with the Botox program … Continue reading
Bleeding after Botox treatment for vaginismus
It is common for patients to notice a small amount of bleeding after being treated with Botox injections and progressive dilation for vaginismus under anesthesia. This is frequently a major concern for patients especially when it occurs during the first … Continue reading
Internet Counseling for Vaginismus
There are many women from around the world that are unable to travel for treatment of vaginismus. Sometimes it is possible to counsel women with vaginismus via the internet. The use of dilators without Botox injections is commonly used in … Continue reading
Misdiagnosis of Sexual Pain
A series of posts on the vaginismusMD.com Forum indicate that women were often misdiagnosed with vulvodynia for their sexual pain as follows: “Hi ladies. There have been several posts of late on the need to educate physicians and clinicians concerning the condition of … Continue reading