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What Causes Swelling In The Vagina After Having Sex?

last night i had unprotected sex, and as soon as i got home i noticed something wasnt right. so i like looked at myself down there and it was really swollen, like it was 6times the size it normally is. its doesnt hurt or burn or anything like that really, its just really swollen and puffy and uncomfortable. what does it mean?
Tue, 26 Aug 2014
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Infectious Diseases Specialist,  's  Response
Hello,
Welcome to HCM,

I suspect that you are not producing enough vaginal lubrication during the sex, which is very common in many women. Most vaginas become a little swollen after sexual activity, but if it is to the point that you have to wait several days before you can have sex again.The most common reasons being
1.It is probably due to TOO much friction due to lack of vaginal moisture.
2.Might not be letting herself get excited or wet enough. The vagina produces natural lube, which is necessary for comfortable sex.
3.It could be due to hormonal changes, like before your period.
4.You may be allergic to something you are using.
5.It could just be that you are one of those women whose pH balance in the vagina is very sensitive and you are prone to getting yeast infections after sex
Thank you.
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What Causes Swelling In The Vagina After Having Sex?

Hello, Welcome to HCM, I suspect that you are not producing enough vaginal lubrication during the sex, which is very common in many women. Most vaginas become a little swollen after sexual activity, but if it is to the point that you have to wait several days before you can have sex again.The most common reasons being 1.It is probably due to TOO much friction due to lack of vaginal moisture. 2.Might not be letting herself get excited or wet enough. The vagina produces natural lube, which is necessary for comfortable sex. 3.It could be due to hormonal changes, like before your period. 4.You may be allergic to something you are using. 5.It could just be that you are one of those women whose pH balance in the vagina is very sensitive and you are prone to getting yeast infections after sex Thank you.