Diseases and Conditions
Painful intercourse (dyspareunia)
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Diagnosis
Treatment
Lifestyle and home remedies
Coping and support
Preparing for an appointment
Coping and support
Until vaginal penetration becomes less painful, you and your partner might find other ways to be intimate. Sensual massage, kissing and mutual masturbation offer alternatives to intercourse that might be more comfortable, more fulfilling and more fun than your regular routine.