The frequency of sexual dysfunctions in male partners of women with vaginismus in a Turkish sample

Abstract

The aim of this investigation is to determine the sexual history traits, sexual satisfaction level and frequency of sexual dysfunctions in men whose partners have vaginismus. The study included 32 male partners of vaginismic patients, who presented at a psychiatry department. Subjects were evaluated by a semi-structured questionnaire. The questionnaire was developed by researchers for assessing sexually dysfunctional patients and included detailed questions with regard to sociodemographic variables, general medical and sexual history. All participants also received the Golombok Rust Inventory of Sexual Satisfaction (GRISS). According to DSM-IV-TR criteria, 65.6% of the investigated males were diagnosed with one or more sexual dysfunctions. The most common problem was premature ejaculation (50%) and the second one was erectile dysfunction (28%). The transformed GRISS subscale scores provided similar data. It is concluded that the assessment of sexual functions of males who have vaginismic partners should be an integral part of the management procedure of vaginismus for optimal outcome.

Use by gynecologists of a modified sensate focus technique to treat vaginismus causing infertility

“…Vaginismus is one such psychosomatic disorder of the female partner which precludes the intravaginal deposition of sperm. Such cases may frequently present with nonconsummation of marriage, dyspareunia, and infertility, and with secondary erectile dysfunction in the male partner (4)(5)(6)(7). The incidence of vaginismus varies from 2% in the general population to 47% in sex therapy clinics (8)(9)(10)(11).…”

“…In unconsummated marriages, vaginismus is reported to be the reason in 20% to 67% (7,24), and male sexual dysfunction commonly accompanies vaginismus (7). Counseling and treatment of the male partner is a very important aspect of management for these couples.…”

Concordance of sexual dysfunction and dissatisfaction by self-report and those by partner’s perception in young adult couples

“…25 A Turkish study conducted at a psychiatry department reported that the most common problem in males with vaginismic partners was premature ejaculation (50%). 26 The authors concluded that the increased rate in premature ejaculation was related to the interaction with the vaginismic wife. Although our survey reiterated the results of previous clinical research, we did not collect data regarding the primary appointment causes of neither women nor men.…”

Alexithymia and vaginismus: a preliminary correlation perspective

“…Another limitation is the lack of assessment of the quality of the patients' relationship with their partners. [33][34][35] These aspects together to the relationships among female sexuality, emotional regulation and other gynaecological disorders are currently being examined in our laboratory.…”