Learn about causes and get rid of Pain
The following are the major causes of painful sex in women:
Your state of mind
Emotions such as shame, fear, guilt, awkwardness or embarrassment about having sex may make it difficult to relax. When you can’t relax, arousal is hard, and pain come about. Fatigue and stress can also affect the desire to have sex.
Relationship problems
Problems between partners may affect a person’s sexual response. A common issue with most marriages, and this is what we call mismatch between partners in their level of sexual desire
Medications
Most medicines on the market can reduce sexual desire such as certain birth control techniques.
Medical and surgical conditions
Certain medical conditions can affect sexual response indirectly. These conditions diabetes, arthritis, thyroid conditions, and cancer. Some women who have undergone surgery may also find that they have decreased sexual desire.
Your partner
If your partner has sexual issues such erectile dysfunction or delayed orgasm, and this in turn may cause painful sex.
Types of gynecologic conditions that can cause painful
Pain during sex can be a sign of gynecologic condition. Some of the conditions may also cause other medical problems if not treated in time.
Skin disorders
Skin disorders may cause cracks or even ulcers of the skin of the vulva. Contact dermatitis is a popular skin condition that affects the vulva. It is the reaction of the body in response to certain things such as douches, soaps, and lubricants. It may cause itching, pain, burning. Treatment of such disorders is paramount.
Vulvodynia
This disorder affects the vulva. When pain gets into the area near the opening of the vagina, it is referred to as vulvar vestibulitis syndrome. There are a couple of treatments for this condition such as self-care measures. Surgery or medication may be necessary in some cases.
