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Sometimes my vagina gets really tight around my period and for a few days after it is very sensitive and hurts to have sex. help?

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Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

See below: You describe a common vaginal response to hormonal stimulation.

Answered 8/15/2016

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A member asked:

Sometimes my vagina gets really tight around my period and for a few days after it is very sensitive and hurts to have sex. help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

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