For those with vaginusmus, pain can occur during: 

• sex;
• medical exams; or
• tampon insertion. 

The reflex may be the result of fear of pain from a previous trauma. There are certain exercises that can help patients overcome the condition. Discuss the issue with your doctor. 

Uterine Fibroids 

Uterine fibroids are benign growths than many women develop but do not know they have. 

There are a number of symptoms that indicate the presence of uterine fibroids, including: 

• back pain;
• heavy menstrual bleeding;
• pelvic pain; and
• bladder problems.