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Had Painful Intercourse. Red, Swollen And Sore Vagina. Could It Be Due To Friction? What Treatment Should Be Done?

hello, i had sex for the first time in a couple of months last week, it was immediately painful during, however a couple of days ago my vagina started to become really sore, and looks red? Could this just be due to the friction, and what treatment/management strategies would you recommend as it is really painful to sit down and run? Thank you
posted on Sat, 30 Jun 2012
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Hi,
Thanks for the query.
The possible causes are :
- Friction leading to abrasions etc.
- Post coital tear
- Vaginal infection etc.
As the pain is still persisting, better to consult gynecologist once and get examined.
If there are any signs of infection, you may need one course of antibiotics.
If there is any post coital tear, that may need repair.
Small abrasions can heal by their own.
By examination the exact cause can be identified and treated.
Using lubricants during intercourse can decrease the friction.
Take care.
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Had Painful Intercourse. Red, Swollen And Sore Vagina. Could It Be Due To Friction? What Treatment Should Be Done?

Hi, Thanks for the query. The possible causes are : - Friction leading to abrasions etc. - Post coital tear - Vaginal infection etc. As the pain is still persisting, better to consult gynecologist once and get examined. If there are any signs of infection, you may need one course of antibiotics. If there is any post coital tear, that may need repair. Small abrasions can heal by their own. By examination the exact cause can be identified and treated. Using lubricants during intercourse can decrease the friction. Take care.