Suffering from Vaginismus? Get rid of it with Herbal and Home Remedies

ABSTRACT

Vaginismus is defined as an involuntary vaginal muscle spasm. This condition hinders penetration in the vagina it can cause pain during penetration; some women cannot even tolerate the insertion of a tampon.

We have discussed important steps which include important points like symptoms, type, cause, symptoms, complication, risk factors, with some effective herbal and home remedies which help to cure the disease.

INTRODUCTION

Vaginismus is a condition when the muscles around the vagina tighten involuntarily with no abnormalities in the genital organ. This condition prevents any vaginal penetration.

When patients try to insert any object like tampon, penis or speculum into the vagina, it tightens up because of an involuntary contraction of muscles around the vagina. This condition can lead to generalized muscle spasms, and pain.

It can lead to emotional distress because intercourse may be painful, women generally fear it. The fear of pain makes vaginal muscle even tighter and causes increased pain when sexual intercourse is attempted. A reflex reaction develops when the vagina is pressed or sometimes even just touched, the vaginal muscles automatically tighten. Most women cannot even tolerate the insertion of a tampon.

AYURVEDIC ASPECT FOR VAGINISMUS

Ayurveda is a traditional and ancient form of medicine. The goal of Ayurveda is to maintain a healthy person’s health and to alleviate disorders of the diseased. Ayurveda believes in maintaining a balance between mind, body, and soul. This balance can be maintained by the balance between Dosh, Dhatu, and Agni. Dosha is of three types Vata (Air), Pitta (fire), Kapha (water). The Balance between these three dosha is known as a healthy state of body but the imbalance between this Dosha causes various problems.

According to Ayurveda, Vaginismus is considered in the ‘Yonivayapad’. Acharya Charaka has written that when a woman having a predominance of Pitta (either due to Pitta Prakriti or consumption of diet which aggravates Pitta) withholds her natural urge of sneezing and eructation at the time of coitus, then the vitiated Pitta,  along with Vayu reaches Yoni (reproductive system) and produces its abnormalities. The Yoni (Vagina) becomes inflamed and tender due to which there is pain in lumbosacral and groin region.

TYPES OF VAGINISMUS

1. Primary Vaginismus: It is a lifetime condition in which the pain has always presented. It will be difficult to use a tampon. It is experienced by women during the first attempt at intercourse. The male partner is not able to insert his penis into the vagina. There may be pain, generalized muscle spasms.
2. Secondary Vaginismus: This develops after a woman has already experienced normal sexual intercourse. It can occur at any stage of life, such as an infection, menopause, a traumatic event, relationship issues, surgery, or childbirth.
3. Global Vaginismus: Vaginismus is always present and any object can trigger it.
4. Situational Vaginismus: This occurs in a specific situation. It may happen during coitus but not during tampon insertion.

CAUSES OF VAGINISMUS

Vaginismus is caused by physical stressors and emotional stressors.

Emotional Triggers

It may include following factors:-

• Anxiety, about performance or because of guilt.
• Childhood experiences, such as exposure to sexual images.
• Fear, example, pain or pregnancy.
• Traumatic life events like; rape or a history of sexual abuse.
• Relationship problems, like; having an abusive partner or feelings of vulnerability.

Physical Triggers

It may include following factors:-

• Medication side effects
• Insufficient vaginal lubrication
• Inadequate foreplay
• Pelvic surgery
• Menopause
• Childbirth
• Health condition, such as cancer
• Infection, such as a urinary tract infection (UTI) or yeast infection.

Sexual problems can affect both men and women.

SYMPTOMS OF VAGINISMUS

• Loss of sexual desire
• An Intense fear of penetration is attempted.
• Fear of pain
• Burning or stinging pain and tightness of the vagina if tampon, finger or penis is inserted.
• Difficulty in penetration of the vagina, because the muscles in the vagina have tightened.

VAGINISMUS MAY VARY IN SEVERITY

• Some women experience years of difficulty with sexual intercourse.
• Some women can have intercourse, but due to vaginal muscle tightness and pain prevent orgasm.
• Other women can try to have intercourse, but very painful.
• Some women can insert a tampon and complete a gynecological exam, but intercourse isn’t possible.
• Some women are unable to insert anything in the vagina.

RISK FACTORS OF VAGINISMUS

Factors that may increase the chances of vaginismus:-

• Fear of pregnancy
• Relationship problem
• Sexual inhibition
• Painful first intercourse
• History of sexual abuse or trauma

COMPLICATIONS OF VAGINISMUS

The complications of Vaginismus:-

• Poor self-esteem
• Stress
• Depression
• Dyspareunia
• Infertility

HERBAL REMEDIES BY PLANET AYURVEDA FOR VAGINISMUS

Planet Ayurveda believes in treating people according to Ayurvedic principle. They prepared herbal remedies by natural herbs. These herbal remedies work on the Dosha which is responsible for the disease. These herbal remedies help in balancing the Dosha and provide a healthy life to the people. Planet Ayurveda provides herbal remedies that are 100% safe and secure. These herbal remedies have no side effect. These remedies are free from every kind of chemicals and preservatives. For this situation, many herbal remedies are useful like:

Herbal Remedies For Vaginismus

1. Female Health Support

This female health support contains herbs like Ashok, Lodhra, Shatavari. These herbs help in balancing hormones and provide health to the female reproductive system. It helps to control Vitiated Vata and Pitta. This herb helps in boosting the immune system.

Dosage: 1-2 Capsules twice daily with plain water after meals.

2. Boswellia Curcumin

It is used as a blood detoxifier which helps to excrete toxins from the body. It provides strength to the muscles. It helps in managing the pain. It is having anti-inflammatory properties.

Dosage: 1 capsule twice daily with plain water after meals.

3. Yograj Guggul

It is made up of various herbs like shudh Guggulu, Chitraka, Pippali, Amalaki, etc. It helps in decreasing the stiffness in the muscle. It is used as a muscle relaxant. It helps in balancing the Dosha which is responsible for Vaginismus.

Dosage: 1-2 Tablets 2-3 times a day, before or after having meals. Or have it along with honey or buttermilk.

4. Shatavri Capsules

Shatavri is used as a female tonic herb. It helps in balancing the vitiated Dosha which is responsible for Vaginismus. It provides strength to the female reproductive system. It helps in managing emotional trauma like depression, nervousness, and anxiety.

Dosage: 1-2 Capsules twice daily with plain water after meals.

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HOME REMEDIES FOR VAGINISMUS

Try to choosing mostly whole, nutrient-dense, organic food when possible reduce exposure to toxic chemicals, pesticides, so the best choice is:

• Sweeteners like; brown rice syrup, raw honey, fruit sweetener.
• Beverages like; mineral water, vegetable juice, coconut water, herbal teas, diluted juices.
• Herbs and  spices
• Fermented foods like; fermented moong dal (green gram), water kefir, and other vegetables.
• Healthy fats from olive oil, coconut oil, and ghee.
• Whole fruits, especially berries
• Legumes
• Nuts and seeds like chia seeds, soaked almonds, walnuts, Brazil nuts.
• Gluten-free grains- millet, rice, amaranth, millet.
• A wide variety and rainbow colors of veggies

FOOD TO AVOID

• Citrus juices
• Coffee
• Alcohol
• Spicy foods
• Soybeans
• Potatoes
• Chocolates
• Gluten
• Dairy products
• Sugar

EXERCISE

1. Kegel Exercise

• Firstly, empty your bladder, then sit or lie down.
• Secondly, tighten pelvic floor muscles. Hold it tight and count 3 to 5 seconds.
• Repeatkegel exercise 10 times, 3 times a day.

2. Emotional Exercises

This can help a patient to express and resolve any emotional factors that may be contributing to their vaginismus.

CONCLUSION

Vaginismus is a condition in which vaginal muscle tighten involuntarily which prevents vaginal penetration. It can be cured by Herbal Remedies by Planet Ayurveda.

FAQ's

Q1. How common is vaginismus?

Ans: Vaginismus is not common in women’s.

Q2. What causes Vaginismus?

Ans:  Main cause for Vaginismus is not known. But some condition has been linked to past sexual abuse, trauma, emotional factors and past painful intercourse.

Q3. Can vaginismus be managed?

Ans: Yes, vaginismus can be managed by herbal remedies by Planet Ayurveda with some diet and lifestyle modification.

Q4. Will Vaginismus go away on its own?

Ans: Vaginismus is a self-perpetuating condition that requires treatment to break the cycle of pain.

Q5. What is the symptoms of Vaginismus?

Ans: Vaginismus is a condition in which muscles around the Vagina gets tightens up which causes discomfort, burning, pain, penetration problems or complete inability to have intercourse.