Will vaginismus go away on its own?

Vaginismus is a self-perpetuating condition that requires treatment to break the 'cycle of pain' and fully resolve.

Since vaginismus is an involuntary, self-perpetuating condition, it will not normally 'go away' unless properly addressed. The 'cycle of pain' that is triggered with vaginismus usually continues indefinitely (and typically worsens) until the woman learns how to control and override the pelvic floor muscle triggers that tighten the vaginal opening. As much as she may like to do so, a woman cannot simply 'will' vaginismus away, and it will not go away on its own.

How many women have vaginismus?

Fortunately, vaginismus treatment has high success. A full recovery from vaginismus is the normal outcome of treatment, with pain-free intercourse restored.