Question 1

what is pain in the vagina after sex caused from?

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Multiple causes: Postcoital pain may be related to infection, thinning of the vaginal wall, muscle spasms, endometriosis, or issues with the bladder or rectum.   You should see a gynecologist to get this evaluated.

Question 2

what sti causes burning, itching, white discharge and pain in the vagina?

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Vaginal pain causes: Causes of vaginal pain are varied.  Irritation can result from infection, exposure to chemicals, or trauma related to tight undergarments or intercourse (especially if the genitals are not well lubricated).  Burning, itching, and white discharge is a classic description of monilial vaginitis, more commonly known as a "yeast infection.".  Over the counter creams are now available and effective.

Question 3

can interstitial cystitis cause pain in the vagina when menstruating and during sex? i had a laparoscopy and my doctor did not find anything.

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Yes: Interstitial cystitis is a very common problem that can cause vaginal pain and painful intercourse.  Your symptoms can worsen with your period. Many women also have bladder symptoms like urinary frequency and urgency.  Their are effective treatments.  You need to discuss with your gyn or a urologist.

Question 4

what could cause vagina pain?

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Several things: Vaginal pain can be caused by infections (vaginal or pelvic), ovarian growth/cyst, injury and a host of others. The vagina is a distensible potential space that can even produce pain during extraordinary expansion such as childbirth or sexual activity.

Question 5

what causes cuts on the vagina?

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Several things: I would schedule a visitt for an exam and testing. Here are a few things to ask about.  Herpes is a common infection that can appear like cuts. Yeast can cause cracks in the tissue that could be confused with cuts. Scratching can cause actual cuts. Trauma during intercourse can too.

Question 6

what causes vibration in vagina?

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Spasms: These are spasms and are harmless. There are muscle fibers in the walls of the vagina that contract during orgasm.

Question 7

what causes the vagina to darken?

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Depends: It depends on the color of skin, stage of hormonal changes (cycle), but please get it evaluated.

Question 8

my vagina has a strange odor. cause?

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? Bacterial vaginosi: Bacterial vaginosis is the most common cause of strange, fishy vaginal odor which is typically worse after intercourse. It is usually accompanied by a grey white discharge. This is not a sexually transmitted disease but sometimes is sexually associated. Treatment with oral pills (Metronidazole, Tinidazole, Clindamycin) or topical gel (Clindamycin) is usually effective.

Question 9

what causes a womans vagina to shrink?

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Hormones: Lack of estrogen is one cause, very infrequent sex can contribute too.

Question 10

what can cause problems with my vagina?

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Many things: Depending on the problems you're having, there could be an infection like yeast, bacteria, or other. In your age group the skin can also become dry and painful due to hormone changes with perimenopause/menopause. See doctor for exam and treatment options.

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