Raise your hand if you've had a yeast infection. Okay, so most of us. Raise your hand if you've wondered silently or aloud whether you could have sex after yeast infection treatment. Come on, it can't just be me!

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Shari Martin Lawson, M. The good news is that these things are easy to treat. Usually, women with painful sex have a clear-cut reason for experiencing discomfort, Lawson says. Common reasons for painful sex include:. Your doctor will discuss your sexual history and perform an internal exam.
Common Reasons for Painful Sex
With all the information out there, finding the right answers can be confusing and overwhelming. In some circles, garlic is revered for its detoxifying qualities. In reality, inserting any foreign object in the vagina may cause further complications or even worsen an infection. A common misconception is that vaginal itch creams can treat yeast infections. While they may temporarily relieve the symptoms of your infection, they will not cure it. Vaginal yeast infections are not usually spread by having sex. However, if you have a yeast infection, you should avoid sexual activity until the infection is gone. Sexual intercourse can be painful and increase vaginal burning and inflammation.
Welcome to the updated Health section of Today. I hope to address your questions and concerns in my weekly column, so please e-mail me. A : I assume you mean that you have more than a headache — that you have actual vaginal or pelvic pain with intercourse. It occurs to approximately 15 percent of women of reproductive age. Obviously, pain will greatly affect your sexual function, which is both unfortunate and disconcerting.