Frequently Asked Questions about Vaginismus

Frequently Asked Questions about Vaginismus

Posted On: September 7, 2011

How does primary vaginismus differ from secondary vaginismus? Primary vaginismus is very common among women who tried to have sex for the first time. The involuntary tightening of their pelvic floor muscles are usually related to psychological issues such as fear of getting pregnant, assuming sex is a painful act, and performance anxiety. Secondary vaginismus […]

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Treatment Plans of Vaginismus

Treatment Plans of Vaginismus

Posted On: September 6, 2011

  Treatment Plans Unlike other sexual function disorders, Vaginismus is one of the many sexual function conditions in women that is highly treatable and can be successfully resolved with proper treatment. A treatment program is usually designed by a certified therapist based upon the problems and needs of a woman. The common methods of treatment […]

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A Closer Look: Vaginismus

A Closer Look: Vaginismus

Posted On: September 5, 2011

  Women who frequently experience vaginal discomfort during intercourse, such as pain and burning sensations, are probably suffering from the condition known as Vaginismus (pronounced vaj-uh-niz-muhs). Vaginismus is the result of involuntary tightening of the vaginal walls, making penetration during intercourse difficult or even impossible. This is usually manifested by the following symptoms: Pain due […]

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What is Vaginismus?

What is Vaginismus?

Posted On: September 4, 2011

You may have Vaginismus (pronounced vaj-uh-niz-muhs) if you are a woman who experiences… Pain due to tightening of the vagina during intercourse Painful sensation during insertion of the penis/ failure to achieve penile penetration due to pain Difficulty having a gynecological exam involving the vagina performed Sexual pain and discomforts after giving birth or undergoing […]

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The Tribulations of a Sexologist (Part 1 of 2)

The Tribulations of a Sexologist (Part 1 of 2)

Posted On: September 3, 2011

This article first appeared on PublicHouse.sg, where I have a weekly column. When I started my practice, Eros Coaching, I was told unreservedly by many well-meaning people, often complete strangers, not to do so. Will I have enough business? Are Singaporeans going to come forward? “We are too shy!”, they exclaimed. “Why didn’t you stay […]

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Having the Perfect First Kiss

Having the Perfect First Kiss

Posted On: September 2, 2011

Even when one is not a teenager anymore, the experience of a memorable and perfect first kiss with your beau does not really fade away. No matter how anxious one feels, that kiss with somebody special is always something great to anticipate. First-time kissers usually have a lot of questions in mind. How will I […]

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New Portrait Photos

Posted On: August 27, 2011

These are my new portrait photos. A big thank you to photographer Mok who recently launched his book Liberate. His website is http://www.marcusmok-photography.com/. Makeup was done by my good friend, Sally Lim of Makeup Artist On Call. Photographer of my portraits: Marcus Mok  of Picture Box. Makeup: Sally Lim of Makeup Artist On Call.

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Laser Circumcision

Posted On: August 26, 2011

This article first appeared on Good Vibrations Magazine. You know you are a sexologist when a little advertisement tucked away in the sports section of a commuter newspaper in Singapore catches your eye. It reads Laser Circumcision for Male Adults and Children and what is even more interesting is that one can use Medisave for […]

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Making of…

Posted On: August 24, 2011

… my new portrait shots! These photos are taken by CF. The photographer of the day is none other than the renowned Marcus Mok who recently launched his book Liberate. His website is http://www.marcusmok-photography.com/. Makeup by my good friend, Sally Lim of Makeup Artist On Call. They were excellent! Hope you consider engaging them for […]

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Until I met the one and what I thought was a natural process of just doing it turn out to be such a tramatic and painful session. I could not, cannot have penetrative sex!

Until I met the one and what I thought was a natural process of just doing it turn out to be such a tramatic and painful session. I could not, cannot have penetrative sex!

Posted On: August 24, 2011

“I always believe in saving myself for the person I marry and I have never really been bothered by sex. Until I met the one and what I thought was a natural process of just doing it turn out to be such a tramatic and painful session. I could not, cannot have penetrative sex! I was […]

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A New Day

Posted On: August 23, 2011

A New Day Anonymous If life seems at its lowest ebb, Because a day’s gone wrong. Let not your heart be troubled, For a new day soon will dawn And we can never be quite sure, Just what it has in store. Since each one is so different, Than the one just gone before As […]

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