vaginismus
vulvodynia
It’s very important to get help
for painful intercourse as soon
as possible. If not, fear of pain
may lead you to clench up
during sex. This can make sex
even more painful. It can be a
vicious cycle.
Painful sex can be treated in a
variety of ways, depending on
the cause. When you talk to
your doctor about your
problem, be prepared to discuss
if you have pain:
during penetration
when touched on the
outside of your vulva
because your vagina is
clenching uncontrollably
during deep penetration
The details are important. They
can help your doctor diagnose
underlying problems that may
be causing your pain.
Problems with Orgasm
Problems with orgasm are
often the easiest type of sexual
dysfunction to treat. Many
women who can’t orgasm
simply aren’t getting the right
type of stimulation during sex.
There is a common
misconception that women
should be able to orgasm from
vaginal intercourse. However,
the majority of women need
direct clitoral stimulation to
climax.
If you have difficulty reaching
orgasm, you may benefit from
seeing a sex therapist. A sex
therapist can help you learn
how to have an orgasm.
Educational books and videos
are also available to help you
find your orgasm.
Part 5 of 6: Family Planning
Choose When (and If) to Have
Children
If you are a woman who has
sex with men, it’s important to
know your options for
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