Abby is a newly married woman who is unable to have intercourse because of vaginismus. Which of the following is true?
A) This is most likely due to lack of lubrication.
B) This is most likely due to atrophic vaginitis.
C) This is most likely due to pressure on an ovary.
D) Psychosocial reasons may cause this condition.
D) Psychosocial reasons may cause this condition.
Vaginismus is an involuntary contraction of the muscles around the vaginal opening. While all of the above may contribute to vaginismus, the psychosocial history must be obtained and frequently is helpful in finding the underlying cause.
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