What You Need to Know About Dyspareunia (Painful Intercourse): Causes and Treatments
Dyspareunia is a recurrent pain that can happen during sexual intercourse. You can experience pain in the genital area or near the pelvis. The pain can be sharp for some, and most others experience mild pain. It may occur before you start with the intercourse or during the act, which can be uncomfortable for you and your partner. Causes may vary and lead to relationship issues in the future.