What is painful orgasm (Dysorgasmia)?
If you have suffering pain or cramps during or after sex, you are not alone. In fact, the problem is more widespread and neglected than you think. There have been several literatures regarding this for men but not much for women who suffer from this.
Dysorgasmia, a medical term for painful orgasm, is described as pain in the abdomen or pelvis during or immediately after you reach orgasm. It is usually the result of a muscle contraction or spasm that involves the muscles of the pelvic floor or the uterus.
Why Painful orgasm (Dysorgasmia) happens?
As with other sexual disorders, this is caused by any combination of physical, emotional, and psychological factors.
Physical factors which cause painful orgasm may include:
- Pelvic floor muscle dysfunction – by far the most common cause of dysorgasmia. During orgasm, the pelvic floor muscles contract rapidly and may cramp and possibly press on nearby nerves, causing pain. This is likely to occur in women with very tense or tight muscles.
- Endometriosis
- Uterine Fibroids
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
- Underlying infection or conditions of Bladder or Urethra such as Bladder/Urethral pain syndrome
Psychological factors such as anxiety, mood or depression disorder, relationship issues or emotional or sexual abuse can also contribute to this condition.
When Should I see the Specialist?
If you have a hunch that painful orgasm is happening to you, speak to the GP for referral to us. It is important to discuss the issue of painful orgasm with our team especially if it disrupts your sex life.
Here at Rockingham Women’s Health Centre, we are happy to help you. We will assess you and will conduct a thorough evaluation that includes a medical, surgical and sexual history and a physical exam to look for potential physical causes of your condition. We can walk through treatment options to help resolve the issues and help your mind at ease.
Please contact Rockingham Women’s Health Centre on 0895918943 to book an appointment or www.rockinghamwomenshealth.com.au
