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Posted on: 09/26/2007
Question
My vagina is really red, not smelly, my Dr. says, yes it is, & showed my how 2 clean/dry my vaginal lips properly to prevent yeast infections from re-occuring. I was raped a few yrs ago. My Dr. said I had an "abnormality," in my vagina. I never told her about the rape. Since my last exam she has never brought it up as a problem. Is it normal to have pain while geting the penis in for app 5-10 mins? & when it's in I feel like I gotta pee, even though I do before & after. Why is that?
Answer
I am so sorry you were raped. I think that is information your doctor would like to know. I hope you will tell her next time you see her.
I don't know why your vagina is red--I think she should look at it again to see if there is any other problem.
No, it is not normal of you to have pain with sex. It may be that whatever is causing your red vagina is also causing it to be sensitive, so let your doctor know that sex is not comfortable for you.
The reason you feel like you have to pee is the penis is irritating your urethra (your pee-hole). You may need to change positions or use a little lubricant so you don't have any irritation.
I don't know why your vagina is red--I think she should look at it again to see if there is any other problem.
No, it is not normal of you to have pain with sex. It may be that whatever is causing your red vagina is also causing it to be sensitive, so let your doctor know that sex is not comfortable for you.
The reason you feel like you have to pee is the penis is irritating your urethra (your pee-hole). You may need to change positions or use a little lubricant so you don't have any irritation.