Conditions
Painful Intercourse (Dyspareunia)
Dyspareunia is the medical term for pain during penetrative sexual activity (such as intercourse). It is a condition that generally affects women, and a number of women experience pain with penetration at some point in their lives.
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The Tested Effectiveness of Five Water-Based Personal Lubricants
Vaginal dryness can have a negative impact on a person’s sexual health and overall well-being. It can make sex uncomfortable or painful, cause burning or itching in the vulva, and can even cause bleed...
History of Sexual Abuse Increases the Risk of Sexual Pain in Women
Experiencing pain during penetrative sexual activity is thought to be an underreported problem for women around the world. Nevertheless, it can be a distressing issue that negatively impacts other are...
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What Is Vulvodynia?
Vulvodynia is a condition characterized by chronic pain or discomfort in the vulva, the external genital area of women, with no clear identifiable cause. This condition can significantly impact a pers...
The Impact of Deep Endometriosis on Sexual Function Before and After Surgery
Endometriosis is a condition that affects women who have menstrual periods and can cause painful intercourse, heavy periods, and infertility, among other symptoms. It occurs when tissue similar to the...
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What Is Provoked Vestibulodynia?
Provoked vestibulodynia (PVD) is a condition that can affect people who have vulvas, causing painful sex. It is a form of vulvodynia (pain in the vulva, or external female genitalia) that is character...
What Women Need to Know About Pain During Sex
The SMSNA periodically receives and publishes ‘guest editorials.’ The current article was submitted by Mia Barnes, a freelance writer and researcher who specializes in women's health, wellness, and he...
How Can Overly Tight Pelvic Floor Muscles Impact One’s Sexual Health?
The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that holds the pelvic organs in place. A strong pelvic floor is associated with good sexual outcomes. People may encounter sexual health issues if their pelvic f...
