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Is swelling of your vagina normal after sex?

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Yes: The vagina expands by 33% during sexual excitement to accommodate what 'goes bump in the dark of night.' the vulva can also swell from the friction of intercourse.

Dr Wilson agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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