Dyspareunia Treatment

Dyspareunia

    * Introduction
    * Causes
    * Diagnosis
    * Treatment
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Superficial pain can be reduced by applying a local anesthetic ointment effect. Also, before sexual intercourse is recommended to apply a lubricant, preferably water based. (Oil-based lubricants can affect contraceptive devices such as condoms or diaphragm). For better vaginal lubrication, foreplay should be given more attention. Deep pain can be reduced by adopting a different position during intercourse.
Dyspareunia caused by vaginal dryness and thinning after menopause can be treated with creams that contain estrogen in hormone replacement therapy. Inflammation and infection can be treated with antibiotics and antifungals. In case of inflammation of the vulva (vulva), wet compresses of aluminum acetate solution may be beneficial.

Treatment may include surgical removal of cysts or abscesses, or repair a defect anatomatice. If the uterine prolapse is due dispareuniei can use a pessary - a device similar to diaphragms, placed in the vagina to support and reposition the uterus. Using a pessary may relieve pain in some women. Couple Therapy often helps to identify negative attitudes about sex, to improve communication between partners and to resolve problems that may be involved in causing dispareuniei.