Over the last several months, every time Lucia has attempted sexual intercourse she has experienced spasms of the muscles surrounding her vagina, making intercourse painful
Or impossible. Her disorder is ______.

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The symptoms described suggest vaginismus, a condition where the muscles surrounding the vagina involuntarily spasm, making penetration painful or impossible. Dyspareunia refers to pain during intercourse, which may be caused by a variety of factors such as infection, injury, or psychological issues. Female sexual arousal disorder refers to difficulties in becoming sexually aroused or reaching orgasm. Sexual aversion disorder involves extreme aversion or disgust towards sexual activity.

Over the Last Several Months, Every Time Lucia Has Attempted