His and Her Health

Hi, I'm new to the board...<P>I think from what I've read here that vaginismus is what I've been experiencing for many years. When I anticipate penetration, I immediately tense up, whether it's my husband or the annual pap smear. Because I know this is what happens every time, I try to conciously focus on relaxing my muscles, but usually it is just enough to make sex possible. Then the friction hurts, which makes me tense up and dry out which makes it hurt even worse. <P>How is this cured?<P>Ash

I have some excellent links.<P>However, I suspect if I post them here, they will get zapped. Also, I'm not where I have them saved. I will be glad to email them to you. Is the email addy listed in your profile correct? If so, I'll email there.<P>Till later,<BR>Greg

Link at newshe.<BR><A HREF="www.newshe.com/articles/rosenbaum.shtml" TARGET=_blank>www.newshe.com/articles/rosenbaum.shtml&...t;<P>Excellent support group. Women only, approved membership only.<BR><A HREF="groups.yahoo.com/group/vaginismus/" TARGET=_blank>groups.yahoo.com/group/vaginismus/</A><P>I would email, except your addy is not listed. You can email me if you want these links - see my profile.<P>Best wishes,<BR>Greg<P>[This message has been edited by distressed_12345 (edited 23 September 2003).]<BR><p>[Note: This message has been edited by NEWSHE Moderator]

There were *three* links above.<P>If you want the last one deleted by the moderator, please email me.<P>------------------<BR>Also note, I am *not* a doctor, and this is not intended as medical advice - Please talk to your doctor about your concerns.<BR><p>[Note: This message has been edited by NEWSHE Moderator]

Greg, <P>Thank you for your response. The NewShe link in particular provided very helpful information. I will have some things to think about before I next see my doctor. <P>Kind Regards,<BR>Ash