Painful Intercourse
Pain during or after sexual intercourse, which can be related to physical, hormonal, or psychological factors.
What is Painful Intercourse?
Painful Intercourse is a symptom that people may experience for many reasons. It can be related to infections, chronic conditions, injuries, medication effects, or other health changes. The presence of this symptom alone does not diagnose any condition.
If you have Painful Intercourse that is severe, persistent, or accompanied by other warning signs, contact a qualified healthcare provider.
Possible conditions associated with Painful Intercourse
The following conditions have been associated with Painful Intercourse. Only a health professional can determine the underlying cause.
Endometriosis
A condition in which endometrial-like tissue grows outside the uterus, causing painful periods, pelvic pain, and sometim...
Interstitial Cystitis
A chronic bladder condition causing pelvic pain, urgency, and frequent urination.
Vaginismus
An involuntary tightening of the pelvic floor muscles during penetration, causing pain or making vaginal intercourse, ta...
Related symptoms
When to seek medical care
Seek urgent care if Painful Intercourse is severe, sudden, or occurs with chest pain, difficulty breathing, confusion, severe weakness, or other serious symptoms.