Republic of Lithuania
A 20-year-old female asked:
I recently lost my virginity and it hurt a lot, didn't bleed though. i've had sex 3 times now and it still hurt really bad. is it okay?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in

Dr. Gurmukh Singhanswered
Pathology 51 years experience
No: Continued pain during sex is not normal. Please consult a doctor as it is not feasible to know what may be the matter, without examining you. You should be on contraceptives. If you do not wish to be pregnant, use contraception all the time, every time. You may consider implanted contraceptive, or IUD.
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Dr. Clarene Cressanswered
Specializes in Pediatrics
Yes and no: Since you didn't have bleeding, it is unlikely that you had a significant injury and sex should eventually be less uncomfortable. Sex should be pleasant for both partners. Perhaps penetration was premature before you had natural lubrication or position may have been suboptimal. Water based lubricants are available. If you know your partner well enough to have sex, you should be able to discus
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