Recurrent tearing with PIV
Hi everyone,
I’ve been struggling with vaginismus for about 8 years. I’ve done dilation therapy and I can now insert the largest dilator without any problem.
However, when it comes to actual penetration, things still don’t go well. I keep getting pain and a burning sensation, especially in the lower part of the vaginal entrance (6 oclock area), and I also deal with recurrent small tearing and fissures there.
My gynecologist suggested changing penetration angles and even putting pillows under my hips, but honestly, no matter what I try, it still feels like that same spot is being stretched or hit. I often end up in pain afterward, sometimes with a small tear again.
She also suggested using lidocaine before intercourse, but I’m not really comfortable with that idea since it feels like it would just mask the pain rather than address the underlying issue.
Recently, she mentioned that I might have chronic vestibulitis, since that area is consistently red and sensitive, even though I’ve been using healing and moisturizing creams regularly.
It’s really frustrating because I feel like I’ve made progress with dilation, but I’m kind of stuck at this stage.
Has anyone been in a similar situation?
I’d really appreciate your experiences 🙏
( i've already posted this in r/vaginismus )