When Sheila attempts to have sexual intercourse, the outer part of her vagina has an involuntary spasm, and it becomes impossible for her to have intercourse. Which of the following conditions would describe Sheila's problem?

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Vaginismus is a condition in which the muscles around the outer part of the vagina involuntarily contract, making penetration difficult or impossible. This often causes pain and discomfort during attempted intercourse. Dyspareunia is a condition that causes pain during intercourse, but does not necessarily involve muscle spasms. Female orgasmic disorder and sexual aversion disorder are different conditions that do not involve the same physical symptoms as vaginismus.

When Sheila Attempts to Have Sexual Intercourse, the Outer Part