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I have a painful burning sensation during sex. there's enough lubrication & don't have infection. going to the doc, but want to know what's going on.

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Dr. Louise Andrew answered

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You can't know: for sure that you don't have infection until you get checked. Could be in the bladder, vagina, or urethra. Avoid sex until seen, as it could be passed. And always use a condom with lots of lubrication.

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Answered 4/26/2016

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A member asked:

I have a painful burning sensation during sex. there's enough lubrication & don't have infection. going to the doc, but want to know what's going on.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Louise Andrew answered

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

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