Lack of Vaginal Moistness

Vaginal moistness is vital for a satisfying intercourse, but many women have problems with it.

The vagina usually gets moist on its own during sexual contact. It gets moist at the slightest hint of erotic arousal. It is also possible that, due to certain factors, the moistening of the vaginal mucous membrane is not functioning as it should be.

Physical reasons for the lack of vaginal moistness

Possible diseases which make the vagina dry are caused by injuries to the nervous system, low hormone levels in the blood or non-functional glands. Lack of vaginal moistness can also occur as a side effect of certain drugs.

Psychological reasons for the lack of vaginal moistness

One of the possible reasons for the lack of vaginal moistness are the psychological pressures a woman has to face. A woman whose vagina is dry because of psychological problems, often does not wish to have intercourse and even avoids it. She feels no sexual desire and has intercourse with her partner only to satisfy his needs. The psychological reasons for vaginal dryness can be a traumatic past sexual experience, like rape or incest. But the most common reasons for lack of moisture are stress, partnership problems, fear of sexual relations, depression and other problems dealing with the psyche.

Treatment for the lack vaginal moistness

If you cannot naturally moisten your vagina, you should consult a doctor. A doctor, psychiatrist or gynaecologist will make an exact diagnosis and recommend an appropriate treatment. Until you go to a doctor, or while you are waiting for your appointment or test results, do not neglect your sexual life. The problems with vaginal moistness can temporarily be solved by using a lubricant.

Use lubricants

Vaginal lubricants are ointments based on water, oil, silicon, cream and other ingredients. They replace a woman’s natural vaginal moistness. For many couples lubricants are excellent and indispensable sexual accessories, which greatly improve intercourse. You can buy them in any form or in any flavour. Some have aloe vera and vitamin E, which sooths the skin and the mucous membrane, added to them. You can buy them in all erotic shops, or you can order them via the internet as well.

You can find more advice on female intimate problems in the Encyclopedia of Sexuality.