Am I At Risk Of Having Painful Intercourse?

Do you have vaginal dryness (from too little arousal before intercourse, menopause, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medications)?

Do you have skin disorders that cause ulcers, cracks, itching or burning in your genital area?

Do you have infections, such as yeast or urinary tract infections (UTIs)?

Do you have any injuries or trauma due to childbirth, accident, episiotomy, hysterectomy or pelvic surgery?

Do you have a pain centered in the vulva area (vulvodynia)?

Do you have an inflammation of the vagina (vaginitis)?

Do you have a spontaneous tightening of the muscles of the vaginal wall (vaginismus)?

Do you have a gynecological problem such as endometriosis, ovarian cysts, pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), or uterne fibroids?

Are you anxious, depressed, unhappy with your physical appearance, or have relationship problems

Are you constantly stressed?

Based on your answers you have a low risk of painful intercourse. Dyspareunia is a medical term that refers to occasional or recurrent pain in the pelvis or genitals during sexual intercourse. Dyspareunia can range from mild discomfort to sharp, intense pain. Approximately 10 to 20 percent of women in the United States have painful sexual intercourse. Dyspareunia is an important issue that should not be neglected, because it can significantly affect your mental and physical health and relationships you’re your partners.

Based on your answers you have a moderate risk of painful intercourse. The medical term for painful intercourse is dyspareunia. It is characterized by persistent or recurrent pain in your genital area that can occur before, during and after sexual intercourse. The pain can occur at entry or with deep thrusting. There are various physical causes of a painful intercourse. It is often the result of inadequate lubrication of the vagina, injuries, infections or inflammation of your genital area. Also, the involuntary spasms of the muscles of the vaginal wall (vaginismus) can make penetration painful. Dyspareunia can be especially problematic for women trying to conceive.

Based on your answers you have a high risk of painful intercourse. A painful intercourse or dyspareunia is a common problem that affects women much more than men. For some women, the pain is only a temporary problem, while for others it is permanent issue. Dyspaneuria can be a sign of some gynecological problems such as endometriosis or ovarian cysts, but also a lack of desire or sexual arousal. Stress and various psychological issues such as depression, anxiety, insecurity about your physical appearance, fear of intimacy and relationship problems can greatly contribute to a painful intercourse. Please talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.