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Chronic pain can interfere with sexuality
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Talk to your doctor
Examine your emotions
Talk to your partner
Rekindle the spark
Be creative
Plan ahead
Worth the effort
Worth the effort
Intimacy can actually make you feel better. The body's natural painkillers, called endorphins, are released during touch and sex. And the closeness you feel during lovemaking can help you feel stronger and better able to cope with your chronic pain.