Hurts so good? Not so much. Lovemaking is supposed to be more pleasurable than painful. So if you’re feeling discomfort on a regular basis, it’s time to get a tune-up and see just what’s going on down there.   

The medical term for pain during sex is dyspareunia, and a number of factors can contribute to the ache.  When moaning turns to groaning, it’s time to get to the root of the problem. 

The underlying issues may be physical, structural or psychological in nature. It’s important to address the issue because avoiding the topic and neglecting your symptoms could cause problems in your sexual relationship, as well as your emotional health. 

Below we discuss some of the most common causes of dyspareunia, the general symptoms of each and what you can do to ease the pain.