What is Vaginismus? [ONLINE]
November 21 @ 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Join us for this online discussion panel and Q&A on Thursday 21st November, from 6pm to 7.30pm. Part of the Women’s Health Matters series of events and workshop at Nottingham Women’s Centre.
Vaginismus is when the vagina suddenly tightens up when you try to insert something into it. It can be painful and upsetting, but it can be treated. Vaginismus is more common in women in their late teens to early 30s, but anyone with a vagina can get it. It is estimated that between 1 – 6% of the general population experience this condition. However, this may be a low estimate.
YouGov data shows that almost two thirds of British women who have ever been sexually active have experienced pain or discomfort during intercourse to the point that they could not enjoy themselves and/or had to stop (57%). This figure includes one in eleven women who say it happens every time (3%) or most times (6%) when they have sex, while a further fifth (18%) experience pain that makes sex unbearable “sometimes”.
Want to know more about the possible causes, and find out about treatment and support? Join us online to hear from healthcare professionals and experts in this area. You’ll have the opportunity to ask questions and find out more.
Book on the link above, or contact NWC Reception via email on reception@nottinghamwomenscentre.com or phone 0115 941 1475.
References & more info
www.nhs.uk/conditions/vaginismus
patient.info/doctor/vaginismus
www.boots.com/wellness-advice/womens-wellness/what-is-vaginismus
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