what is Dyspareunia?
- (dis-pa-roon-ia)
- “chronic, recurrent genital pain experienced just before, during or after sexual intercourse”
- 58% of women avoided intimacy due to vaginal discomfort
- 64% of women experienced a loss of libido due to vaginal discomfort
- 64% of women experienced the pain associated with sex
- About 30% of men and women claimed they ceased having sex altogether due to vaginal discomfort
Symptoms of Dyspareunia
- Dryness
- Vaginal secretions burn
- Persistent irritation, burning, and pain
- Recurrent, intractable vaginal infections
- Inability to tolerate speculum exams
- Painful penetration during intercourse
- Pelvic floor spasms
- Decreased sex drive
- Dysmenorrhea – painful menstruation
- Urologic symptoms