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Friday, October, 23, 2009

Pain After Intercourse

Health Encyclopedia: Atrophic Vaginitis

Symptoms
  • Vaginal soreness -- may be an itching or burning sensation.
  • Slight vaginal discharge.
  • Burning on urination.
  • Light bleeding after intercourse.
  • Painful sexual intercourse .

Signs and tests

A pelvic examination reveals thin, pale vaginal walls. A wet prep (microscopic evaluation of vaginal discharge) may be done to rule out other causes of vaginitis. Hormonal studies may be done if menopausal status is uncertain.


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Medications

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...if this side effect is caused by the medication or sexual intercourse itself. The use of a... Read more »

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...forms of birth control (or complete avoidance of sexual intercourse) must be used for 1 month... Read more »

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...forms of birth control together (or completely avoid sexual intercourse) starting 1 month before... Read more »

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