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I have discomfort while trying to insert a finger in my vagina. Is it due to the fear of sexual activity?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I was wondering if I can speak to someone about pain during insertion. I have never been able to insert a tampon, and I experience discomfort and a blockage when I try to insert a finger. It is most likely related to a psychological and irrational fear of sexual activity and also stresses. I am afraid to ask my doctor about this, and plus, with the pandemic, I cannot see a doctor except for emergencies, and I like to know if there are home solutions.

Answered by Dr. Tinu Zachariah

Education:

MD Obstetrics and Gynecology

Professional Bio:

Dr. Tinu Zachariah is a Gynecologist with 17 years of experience. She is an expert in handling high-risk obstetrics and gynecology cases, including laparoscopic gynecology. She graduated with MD in Obstetrics and Gynecology from the Institute of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Chennai, in the year 2007. She has wide experience in multiple institutions in Kerala. Presently, she is working as an Assistant Professor in Obstetrics and Gynecology department at Believers Church Medical College Hospital, Tiruvalla, Kerala. In addition, she held administrative responsibilities in the medical college, worked in government and private medical colleges in Kerala, and has teaching experience.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your anxiety. Many people do have this issue, but with slow and persistent efforts, you can overcome it. From your history, I realize you are slightly on the bulkier side. If you could try and reduce your weight (say about 11 lbs in the next two months), you will feel a considerable difference in your sexual interests too. Please take care of your vaginal hygiene too to avoid itching etc. Please get your thyroid and prolactin also tested. Meanwhile, once the pandemic is over, please get a gynecologist to examine you because, at times, a rigid hymen or a septum may be the problem (since you mentioned a blockage). Later if these do not work, we can try vaginal dilators, which are available in the market.

I hope this helps.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Sneha Kannan
Published At April 24, 2020
Reviewed At June 20, 2024

Education:

MD Obstetrics and Gynecology

Professional Bio:

Dr. Tinu Zachariah is a Gynecologist with 17 years of experience. She is an expert in handling high-risk obstetrics and gynecology cases, including laparoscopic gynecology. She graduated with MD in Obstetrics and Gynecology from the Institute of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Chennai, in the year 2007. She has wide experience in multiple institutions in Kerala. Presently, she is working as an Assistant Professor in Obstetrics and Gynecology department at Believers Church Medical College Hospital, Tiruvalla, Kerala. In addition, she held administrative responsibilities in the medical college, worked in government and private medical colleges in Kerala, and has teaching experience.

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Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sneha Kannan is a skilled Dental Surgeon with expertise in providing general dental care, including scaling, fillings, and preventive treatments. She does oral surgery procedures such as extractions and minor surgical interventions. She does procedures in restorative dentistry, including crowns, bridges, and dentures. She is an expert in doing endodontic treatments such as root canal therapy. She is well-versed in doing procedures in cosmetic dentistry, including teeth whitening and smile correction. She can provide pediatric dental care for children’s oral health and preventive treatments. She promotes oral hygiene awareness and preventive dental practices.  

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Education:

MD Obstetrics and Gynecology

Professional Bio:

Dr. Tinu Zachariah is a Gynecologist with 17 years of experience. She is an expert in handling high-risk obstetrics and gynecology cases, including laparoscopic gynecology. She graduated with MD in Obstetrics and Gynecology from the Institute of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Chennai, in the year 2007. She has wide experience in multiple institutions in Kerala. Presently, she is working as an Assistant Professor in Obstetrics and Gynecology department at Believers Church Medical College Hospital, Tiruvalla, Kerala. In addition, she held administrative responsibilities in the medical college, worked in government and private medical colleges in Kerala, and has teaching experience.

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