There may be many of you out there experiencing painful sex, if you are you should know that this is caused by normal reasons. The pain can be before,during or even after intercourse. There are options to help remedy the situation.

The symptoms of painful intercourse could be described as pain with every penetration, even while putting in a tampon. The pain could be associated with certain partners, or under certain circumstances. It could also be deep pain thrusting,burning pain or aching pain. Most of the pain comes from superficial pain which happens upon penetration.

The causes vary, they cpuld be inadequate lubrication or if you have an injury or irritation, or trauma to the area.Inflammation and infection as well as reactions to certain birth control products could be a leading factor as well.If the pain is deep, then it is normally caused by an illness or certain infections.

You should seek medical advice if you have any of the symptoms. By having the cause treated it could do wonders for your sex life, as well as your emotional intimacy.

The tests that are generally performed are a thorough medical history,pelvic exam, or a pelvic ultrasound. All of these tests help in diagnosing the cause of the pain during intercourse.

Treatment options vary as well. Some of the treatments could be as simple as switching positions, not rushing to the main event, use of lubricants. There also medications that cam be used or even counseling or sex therapy.

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