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My boyfriend and I have been sexual active for about 4 months, at first the sex was great and it didn't hurt, but after awhile for some reason if I didn't position myself right when he penetrated me it felt like his penis was rubbing up against some kind of bone and it hurts and I feel uncomfortable! Please help me!
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by Kelly Ace: (04/20/2007)
Finding some positions uncomfortable for intercourse doesn’t necessarily mean that there’s a problem. Many women experience discomfort if the penis bumps against the cervix (the bottom of the uterus) at a certain angle. Keep experimenting with different positions to find the ones that work best for both you and your partner. If you find a position uncomfortable, don’t be afraid to speak up. Saying something like, “Let’s switch to something a little more comfortable,” rather than “Hey – you’re hurting me!” can help reduce the chance that your partner will feel like you’re criticizing his technique.
That being said, I definitely recommend that you be evaluated by a healthcare provider. Pain during intercourse may also be a symptom of infection or other problems. If you do have an infection, it should be treated as soon as possible, since some untreated infections can cause serious complications, such as pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) or infertility.
Best wishes,
Kelly Ace
Editor's note: Endometriosis (uterine tissue that grows outside of the uterus) can also cause pain during intercourse in certain positions. Your doctor can check you for this when you go in for that checkup. Patricia Fawver, Ph.D.
Reviewed by: Patricia Fawver Ph.D. in Sexology
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