Reply To: Atypical Vaginismus

[Cathleen Kneidl, RPA-C]

Hi jaycee27,
Those are unusual symptoms for vaginismus. Vaginismus is the involuntary muscle spasm at the entrance of the vagina due to fear of penetration. It typically does not cause pain outside of attempted penetration. But it could be caused by other underlying conditions, such as vestibulodynia, interstitial cystitis or a variety of other conditions. I would definitely recommend getting another opinion if you are continuing to be in so much pain.