The involuntary spasm of the muscles surrounding the vagina when vaginal penetration is attempted, making sexual intercourse difficult or impossible, is known as ______.

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Vaginismus is characterized by the involuntary spasm of the muscles surrounding the vagina, making vaginal penetration uncomfortable or impossible. Dyspareunia refers to painful sexual intercourse, the phi phenomenon is an optical illusion, and congenital infarction is not a recognized term in sexology.

The Involuntary Spasm of the Muscles Surrounding the Vagina When