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What can I do if I feel pain during sex?

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What can I do if I feel pain during sex?

Obstetrician and gynecologist Jennifer Ashton, MD, explains what a woman should do if she feels pain during sex.

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What can I do if I feel pain during sex?
How can I treat my vaginal dryness?
How does my vagina change with age?
How does foreplay lead to better sex?
How does a satisfying sex life affect aging?
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How can I relieve vaginal dryness caused by menopause?
Why might sex be painful during menopause?
What is Osphena?
What type of vaginal lubricant is best?

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