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What Causes Sharp Vaginal Cramps Post Intercourse After Delivery?
Hi, I m experiencing sharp cramps after having sex. I had not had sex for over a year and had a baby 9 months ago and I m breastfeeding still but not exclusively. I m not having any periods and haven t had any since I got pregnant. I had sex for the first time since the birth of my son about a 2 weeks ago and today again and the cramps started when I had sex 2 weeks ago but weren t consistent. Also feel like I have to poop sometimes. What are these symptoms of?
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Hello,
The vaginal walls may be sore after childbirth.
The vaginal pain is expected to relieve after some time.
In case the pain persists, you may consult your gynecologist for clinical assessment and thus management.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shailja Puri, Pathologist and Microbiologist
The vaginal walls may be sore after childbirth.
The vaginal pain is expected to relieve after some time.
In case the pain persists, you may consult your gynecologist for clinical assessment and thus management.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shailja Puri, Pathologist and Microbiologist
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