What Causes Tearing Like Pain During Intercourse?

Posted on Mon, 13 Jul 2015

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Mon, 13 Jul 2015 Answered on

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Question : Girlfriend complains of a tearing like pain during intercourse. Was examined with no tears and minor cervix redness. No sores or other abnormalities. What could it be

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rakhi Tayal (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Can be due to microscopic tears in the area.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
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The tearing feeling could be due to tearing of hymen or microscopic tears in the vaginal wall. It can cause a mild bleeding at the time of intercourse. Since there is some redness with no visible tears, any major injury is not likely. It is best to avoid having intercourse for a few days and apply a moisturizing cream on the area for better healing.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar