Why does it HURT when I have sex?? | Dr. Jennifer Lincoln
If sex hurts, it's time to get help because you should NOT grin and bear it. Today board-certified OBGYN Dr. Lincoln reviews what can cause pain and what we can do to help!
0:00 Intro
1:20 Lack of arousal
1:38 Vaginal dryness
2:07 Genito-pelvic pain and penetration disorder
3:04 Vulvar issues
3:31 Endometriosis, fibroids, scar tissue
4:18 Infections
4:40 Bowel issues
4:59 Trauma
5:16 How we diagnose the issue
6:07 Treatments
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REFERENCES and RESOURCES to go deeper:
1. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. FAQ: When sex is painful. https://www.acog.org/womens-health/fa...
2. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Sexual health and relationships. https://www.acog.org/womens-health/he...
3. The International Society for Sexual Medicine. What is pelvic floor physical therapy? https://www.issm.info/sexual-health-q...
3. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Practice Bulletin 213: Female Sexual Dysfunction. July 2019.
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DISCLAIMER: None of this content constitutes direct medical advice or constitutes a patient-doctor relationship. Views expressed here do not represent the views of Dr. Lincoln's employer. For personalized medical advice, consult with your doctor.
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