Brief Answer: different possible causes Detailed Answer: HI, thanks for using healthcare magic Painful intercourse is called dyspareunia. This term refers to pain felt before, during or after intercourse. There are different possible causes such as: (1) vulvudynia- chronic pain affecting the vulva region (2)vaginismus- muscles in the vaginal regional suddenly and painfully contract on penetration (3)vulvar vestibulitis-redness, inflammation of the vestibule which is part of the vulva (4)impaired lubrication or atrophy (the vaginal tissue is dry or dying - this is normally seen after menopause) (5)endometriosis- this is the deposit of endometrial tissue which is normally seen in the uterus, in different parts of the pelvis (6)retroverted uterus or uterine fibroids (7)cervitis (inflammation of the cervix), endometritis (inflammation of the uterus), PID (infection involving the uterus and surrounding structures) (8)cystitis- inflammation and/or infection of the bladder (9)pelvic congestion To determine the cause, you would need to consider visiting your doctor. A careful history and examination would be able to determine the most likely cause because of the exact location of the pain, when it starts , the nature of the pain and any findings seen when you are examined. The treatment would vary according to the findings but treatment options are available for you. I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions

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