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Painful intercouse (dyspareunia)

Pain with intercourse is a signal that something is wrong. There are a variety of things to consider when this symptom occurs – the most common things are included below:

first time having sex
uncomfortable position (the wrong angle of penetration)
too forceful movements
inadequate lubrication
irritating condom material (e.g. nonoxynol-9)
irritating creams, lotions or oils used in the genital area
bladder spasm, infection or full bladder
vaginal infection
STD
prolapse (weakened areas in the pelvic floor)
hernia

Anytime painful intercourse is a regular problem or if it’s accompanied by bleeding or deep pelvic pain, do not delay in having these symptoms evaluated by your OB/GYN health care provider.