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Other Reasons for Pain during Sex
WebMD cites several other possibilities for pain during intercourse, including:
- vaginal infections;
- issues with the cervix;
- ovarian cysts;
- inflammatory diseases;
- ectopic pregnancy;
- sexually transmitted diseases; and
- injury to the vagina, such as tearing during childbirth.
Ways to Treat the Pain
Treatment options depend on the condition causing the pain. For example, menopause-induced lubrication issues may be remedied with hormone replacement or artificial lubricants. More serious conditions, such as severe endometriosis, may require surgery.
