What is the prognosis (outlook) for people with vaginismus?

Many people with vaginismus no longer experience the problem after treatment. But successful treatment takes time, so you’ll need to be patient. Remember that it’s possible to have fulfilling and pleasurable sexual interactions by doing other things that don’t trigger vaginismus.

Last reviewed by a Cleveland Clinic medical professional on 10/28/2020.

References

  • The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. When Sex Is Painful. Accessed 10/29/2020.
  • International Society for the Study of Vulvovaginal Disease. Vaginismus. Accessed 10/29/2020.
  • Merck Manual. Provoked Vestibulodynia. Accessed 10/29/2020.
  • Merck Manual. Vaginismus. Accessed 10/29/2020.
  • National Health Service (UK). Vaginismus. Accessed 10/29/2020.

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