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Sexual Dysfunction in Women

- Summary
- About sexual dysfunction
- Types and differences
- Potential causes
- Signs and symptoms
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Ongoing research
- Questions for your doctor

Reviewed By:
Joanne Poje Tomasulo, M.D., ACOG
 Marc Kaufman, M.D., ACOG

Signs and symptoms of sexual dysfunction

Some of the symptoms most commonly associated with female sexual dysfunction (FSD) are:

  • An inability to allow sexual intercourse because the vaginal muscles will not relax

  • A lack of lubrication in the vagina before and during intercourse

  • Inability to achieve orgasm

  • Pain on the vulva or in the vagina during penetration or contact

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Review Date: 06-29-2007

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