What Causes Burning Sensation In Labia While Having Sex?

Hello and Welcome to healthcare magic forum! This is called Dyspareunia of Painful intercourse; Physical causes of painful intercourse differ, depending on whether the pain occurs at entry or with deep penetration. Emotional factors can be associated with many types of painful intercourse. Entry pain Pain during penetration may be associated with a range of factors, including: Insufficient lubrication: It is often the result of not enough foreplay. Insufficient lubrication is also commonly caused by a drop in estrogen levels after menopause, after childbirth or during breast-feeding. Certain medications are known to inhibit desire or arousal, which can decrease lubrication and make sex painful. These include antidepressants, high blood pressure medications, sedatives, antihistamines and certain birth control pills. Injury or irritation: This includes injury or irritation from an accident, or a cut made during childbirth to enlarge the birth canal (episiotomy). Inflammation, infection or skin disorder. An infection in your genital area or urinary tract can also cause painful intercourse. Eczema or other skin problems in your genital area also can be the problem. Emotions are deeply intertwined with sexual activity and may play a role in any type of sexual pain. Emotional factors include: Psychological problems can play and important role in causing dyspareunia Anxiety, depression, concerns about your physical appearance, fear of intimacy or relationship problems can contribute to a low level of arousal and a resulting discomfort or pain. Stress. Your pelvic floor muscles tend to tighten in response to stress in your life. This can contribute to pain during intercourse. Treatment options vary, depending on the underlying cause of the pain. So, Please visit you gynaecologist!