Dr. Jen Gunter
painful sex
When sex hurts after having a baby (and it didn’t before)
A new study published in the BJOG indicates that by 6 weeks after a delivery 41% of women have resumed sex, 78% by 12 weeks, and 94% by 6 months. Most health care providers recommend waiting 4-6 weeks after an uncomplicated vaginal delivery before resuming sex, the issue being an open cervix could increase the … Continue reading
Breast cancer and painful sex: causes and treatment options
Many women with breast cancer develop painful intercourse. To develop a second reproductive tract issue while undergoing therapy for breast cancer is just adding insult to injury. There are a couple of common diagnosis that can contribute to painful intercourse (also called dyspareunia) for women with breast cancer, and definitely some treatment options. The first … Continue reading
Post baby sex: what to do when it hurts
It’s eight weeks since the baby was born. The condoms and water-based lube beckon from the nightstand, the baby is actually sleeping, and there is finally a glimmer of libido. The problem? That was the exact scenario last night, but when you tried having sex you had to stop because it hurt so much. Some … Continue reading
