Asked by Rafik Tewfik on Jul 04, 2024
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Spasms of the pubococcygeus muscle are likely to result in which disorder in women?
A) Peyronie's disorder
B) substance/medication-induced sexual disorder
C) genital-pelvic pain/penetration disorder
D) Klinefelter's disorder
Genital-Pelvic Pain/Penetration Disorder
A sexual dysfunction characterized by significant pain during intercourse and difficulty with penetration, affecting an individual's sexual health.
Pubococcygeus Muscle
A muscle of the pelvic floor that supports the pelvic organs and is involved in urinary control as well as sexual function.
Spasms
Sudden, involuntary muscle contractions that can be painful or uncomfortable.
- Gain an understanding of the classifications and explanations of different sexual dysfunctions.
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Zybrea KnightJul 04, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Spasms of the pubococcygeus muscle can lead to genital-pelvic pain/penetration disorder in women, also known as vaginismus. This is a condition where the muscles surrounding the vagina involuntarily contract, making penetration painful or even impossible. It is often caused by fear or anxiety related to sexual activity. Peyronie's disorder is a condition that affects the penis, not the female pelvic muscles. Substance/medication-induced sexual disorder is a possibility, but the question specifies the pubococcygeus muscle as the cause. Klinefelter's disorder is a genetic condition that affects males, not females.
Learning Objectives
- Gain an understanding of the classifications and explanations of different sexual dysfunctions.