Vaginismus is a condition where the muscles inside the vagina tighten, close up, or spasm. This tightening is associated with painful vaginal sex or painful vaginal penetration of any kind, such as pain with inserting a tampon or undergoing a gynecologic examination.
Struggling with Painful Sex? Here’s What You Need to Know About Vaginismus and How to Find Relief
Your pelvic floor muscles reflexively tighten, making penetration—whether during sex, tampon use, or a gynecological exam—painful or even impossible. The good news? Treatment is highly effective, and dilators like Milli can play a crucial role in helping you find relief.