Abdominal pains during sex

Sep 12, Cedars-Sinai Staff. Jennifer Anger. Anger says. Kelly Wright.

In many cases, stomach pain after sex results from gas or deep penetration. Although neither of these conditions are life-threatening, the pain they cause can certainly put a damper on things. Dyspareunia — pain during or after penetrative sex — is common. It affects 10 to 20 percent of women in the United States. In a study, up to 5 percent of men also experienced dyspareunia.

Whilst it's not a topic many of us discuss, sex can sometimes prove a real pain for some women. In fact, around a third of younger and half of older women have suffered from the problem, according to the Sexual Advice Association. As well as discomfort, pain during intercourse can lead to problems in relationships, loss of intimacy and even depression. The good news is that many of these problems can be treated effectively by your GP or after a referral to a gynaecologist - so don't suffer in silence! Many women suffer a degree of discomfort during intercourse from time to time, but when should we seek help for our symptoms?

Dyspareunia is painful sex for women. Also, it causes pain during tampon use. The pain may feel sharp, burning, or like menstrual cramps.