What is another word for Dyspareunia?

Pronunciation: [dˌɪspe͡əjˈuːni͡ə] (IPA)

Dyspareunia is a medical term used to describe painful intercourse in women. However, there are several synonyms for the word, including sexual pain, discomfort during intercourse, and vaginismus. Vaginismus specifically refers to involuntary spasms of the vagina during sex, causing pain. Dyspareunia may also be classified as primary or secondary, depending on whether the pain has always been present or began after a period of normal sexual function. These synonyms are important to know since painful intercourse is a common issue affecting women of all ages. Seeking medical advice is essential to diagnose the underlying cause and find appropriate treatments to alleviate any discomfort or pain experienced during sex.

Synonyms for Dyspareunia:

What are the hypernyms for Dyspareunia?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    pain, Pelvic Pain, genital pain, reproductive disorder, Gynecological health issue, Reproductive health issue, Sexual discomfort, Sexual health issue, gynecological disorder, reproductive health problem.

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