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What Causes Painful Intercourse?
I am a 57 yo female in generally excellent health. Last GYN exam was 8/17/16 and everything looked fine. Of late intercourse was very painful. I had lube but it still hurt. I bought Replens at the store and when I went to insert it with application, found the process painful and I noticed blood on the applicator...is this normal? My GYN is off today but I will call tomorrow to get appt . Wanted your opinion on what may be wrong
Tue, 30 Apr 2019
Hi,
Dryness & thinning of the vagina after menopause is mostly the cause of dyspareunia (painful sex) after menopause.
The pain & bleeding you have can be from above postmenopausal changes you should take rest,/avoid sex/introducing applicator.
Till you see your doctor, as it is also important to exclude other more concerning the causes of the problem.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
Dryness & thinning of the vagina after menopause is mostly the cause of dyspareunia (painful sex) after menopause.
The pain & bleeding you have can be from above postmenopausal changes you should take rest,/avoid sex/introducing applicator.
Till you see your doctor, as it is also important to exclude other more concerning the causes of the problem.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
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