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vaginismus

/ˌvædʒ.ɪˈnɪz.məs/

Traduction: Trouble consistant en des contractions musculaires involontaires des muscles du plancher pelvien entourant le vagin, survenant souvent de manière réflexe lors d'une tentative de pénétration ou d'un examen gynécologique, pouvant rendre ces situations douloureuses ou impossibles.

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/ˌvædʒ.ɪˈnɪz.məs/C2formalmedical
  • frTrouble consistant en des contractions musculaires involontaires des muscles du plancher pelvien entourant le vagin, survenant souvent de manière réflexe lors d'une tentative de pénétration ou d'un examen gynécologique, pouvant rendre ces situations douloureuses ou impossibles.

A medical condition characterized by involuntary muscular contraction of the vagina, often occurring as an anxiety response before sexual intercourse or a pelvic examination.

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  1. Involuntary muscle spasmC1formalmedical

    A condition characterized by involuntary contraction of the vaginal muscles, often triggered by anxiety or fear, making penetration difficult or impossible.

    frVaginisme

    • Vaginismus can cause significant distress during attempts at intercourse.
    • The condition is often treated with physical therapy and counseling.
    • Many women with vaginismus experience a tightening sensation during pelvic exams.
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  • vaginismuses plural form
  • vaginismuses' possessive plural form
  • vaginismus's possessive singular form