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A 24-year-old female asked:
Pain during intercourse at vagina opening, came on gradually starting ~6 mos ago. pap smears/std screens negative. don't think it's yeast infection.
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Martin Raffanswered
Infectious Disease 57 years experience
See a gynecologist: You must be examined and thoroughly evaluated to have this diagnosed and managed appropriately. Go soon and feel better.
4.2k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
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Dr. Ryan Phasouk commented
Family Medicine 19 years experience
I agree, a gynecologist may be able to determine if there is an anatomical or endocrinological cause of your dyspareunia (pain with intercourse). All the best.
Apr 4, 2014
Dr. Justin Diedrichanswered
Gynecology 15 years experience
See doc: There are other causes of pain at the vaginal opening. Sometimes it is a simple as recommending more foreplay (or using lubrication). Sometimes it is an infection or skin condition. Sometimes people need physical therapy (pelvic floor pt).
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