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Dyspareunia


When to make a doctor’s appointment

See a doctor if:

  • Recurrent pain during sex

Self-care

Using personal lubricant, changing positions, and longer foreplay may help make sex more comfortable. Medications can help if the pain is caused by an infection.

When to make a doctor's appointment

See a doctor if:

  • Recurrent pain during sex