Hi everyone,
I have done some research on the web regarding burning during intercourse and don't feel that I have a condition. I just want to explain my personal experience and maybe someone can relate to my problem and can help me out. Here is goes:
I was a virgin when I got together with my current boyfriend (2 years ago). We TRIED to have sex about a year ago and I felt a burning sensation in my Vagina. The best way I can describe it as a very bad indian. Every since then the same problem has continued. We use non-latex condoms and a lot of lube (The brand called Wet). I seem to start feeling the pain when we try to get more than just the head of his penis in. I try to grin and bear it but the burning sensation I am experiencing is very unbearable. I spoke to my OB/GYN about this issue and she told me it all was "in my head." Has anyone else experienced this problem? If so, any advice?
I really appreciate your time.
I had (might still have) a similar problem. I was burning inside my vagina (probably my "vestibule," like Brandye said, but it felt deeper than just the entrance), when we had intercourse or when he fingered me. I talked to my gynecologist when I went for a Gardasil shot about it; she said I may have had a yeast infection, but the test came back negative. I got this burning sensation whether condoms were used or not, and we used Trojans without spermicide. She also said I may not be aroused enough and that may cause the irritation, and suggested we try Astroglide instead of the KY we were using. I may or may not still have the burning, I'm not sure because I haven't had intercourse since then. Hope this helps.
you also need to try a different gyn. if there is a network/webiste to give feed back on her, do so and warm other women. if you go to a big hospital like a HMO as i do then complain to member services. it is not acceptable for her to give such an uneducated response. any jack or jill on the street could have told you that.
Dear Bluemoon,
I've checked Wet's website and it seems most products contain glycerin, except for Wet Natural. This is just a thought, but; could it be the glycerin in the lube you're using? I know some women experience irritation from that. Perhaps buy a glycerin-free lube and see if it works? Water-based glycerin-free brands I know and have used would be Maximus and Liquid Silk. Maximus being more thick, Liquid Silk being more creamy, both much to my happiness! :)
BTW; It seems like a wrong remark from your OB/GYN to say it is all in your head. Very wrong even, if she said it with a condescending tone. Did she give you advice on how to solve this "in your head"? Give you a referral perhaps? I'm guessing she didn't, since why else would you be here asking us the same question... Is this true? Then she gave you an empty answer. You have a difficulty that is imposing on your sexlife (which is not "just" something, it's important!), you're brave enough to tell her (to which I applaud you!) and she left you dangling!? :(
I wish you all the best of luck, girl! I hope you'll figure it out soon.
RedRoses,
The only advice my OB/GYN offered was for me too try more lube and relax. I tried explaining to her that I do feel relaxed it's just a terrible burning situation, but she was so convinced that she was correct. It was highly frustrating. After she was finished with my pap she sent me on my way. I was very disappointed with her care.
My boyfriend and I will try a different lube and see how that goes. I am currently taking a low hormonal BC...maybe that might be causing something? Thank you so much for you advice!
If the burning doesn't subside I will probably end up making another appointment.
I had my annual back in January 2011 and was told everything was fine "down there." Like I said, the burning started when we first tried to have sex and this is dating back to July 2010. What you said makes complete sense to me because that is exactly where the burning is happening. However, I was recently on two weeks worth of antibiotics due to some dental work. I did forget to mention that when my boyfriend inserts his fingers into me sometimes it will burn and other times it will not.
I feel that if it was a infection, wouldn't my doctor have caught it back in January? I really appreciate your reply, Brandye.
The "burning sensation" would not be up in your vagina but in the "vestibule" (The space formed when the lips are spread giving access to your vaginal entrance. It is possible that you have a low grade vaginal infection that is forther irritated by the motion of the penis through here.
You're welcome! :)
And I'm no medical professional, but I know that some types of hormonal BC could make you more prone to vaginal infection and could have an effect on your skin in general; itching, redness, eczema, acne, etc. So; if I were you, I'd check what is mentioned as side-effects in the leaflet they put in the package with your BC (or get this document at a reliable website). It's the first place I usually look for my answers :)
I'd say that if another appointment won't help, switch doctors. Or do so right now.
well if you and your doctor are 100% sure you don't have anything maybe it was the condoms. is there a spermicide anywhere on the condom? here is a link by a MD discussing spermicides. http://www.sexinfo101.com/forum/birth-control-stds-sexual-disorders/2903... it is possible that you have a reaction to a certain chemical in some spermicides called Nonoxynol-9.
I just checked the condoms (We use Skyn) and they don't contain spermicides. Thank you for replying though.
I've had a yeast infection before and never felt a burning sensation like that. I only felt a horrible itch. It forced me to use Tabo (filipino manual bidet) all the time, because that area is never open to air very often, so it's important to cleanse well.
If you have this sensation again with a different brand, it could be the type of lube you're using. With just fingering, try using olive oil or grape seed oil as a lube to test out the "natural only" theory.
YOU did not have a burning sensation; many women do. Be careful using vegetable oil during a yeast infection. You may just be feeding the little fungi.
Brandye, I never once said that I used olive oil DURING a yeast infection. I mentioned that I know what a yeast infection feels like.
[quote=tgrlvr]I never once said that I used olive oil DURING a yeast infection. [/quote]
This is correct. All she did was to state and confirm this AND add that "many women do" experience a burning sensation. (Useful information for anybody reading this thread over your proverbial shoulder.)
Brandye then added a warning for any person using oil to test:
[quote=]Be careful using vegetable oil during a yeast infection. You may just be feeding the little fungi. [/quote]
I will add that a good household lube alternative can be made using a small amount of tepid water (1/4 Cup) and a couple of drops of hair conditioner mixed in.
It's been six months since I posted about this, but I recently found out why I had been having issues during sex. I have HPV (Human Papilloma Virus) and it has caused me to have stages 1 & 2 of precancerous cells on my cervix. I'm having a procedure done January 10th to remove the cells from my cervix. After that, I have to have a Pap done every six months until I have three consecutively come back normal.
Sorry to hear of your HPV infection but the good news is that finding it now is much better than discovering it in a decade or so. Good luck with the treatment.
I, for one, appreciate the update on earlier posts such as yours from last June. It does raise some question, though, about you consulting for a Gardasil shot. You clearly did not meet the guidelines of any nation I am aware of for having Gardasil. Did your doctor start you on the regimen?
Yes, I had my last shot in November. This was under the recommendation of my doctor. She says that it's supposed to protect me from the other strains of HPV.
Interesting. I just checked your CDC site and the guidelines are 11-26 years old. Much older than any in Europe. Your doctor is correct that you will be protected against the other three HPV that Gardasils vaccinates against. I also note that your state is one that has introduced legislation to require Gardasil. Good for you.
Thanks. I just wish I had gotten the shot when they first came out with it. But we caught it early and hopefully the treatment will work.
I hope so too, shychick. Good luck!
Thanks, EEK!
Ok so I talked to my doctor yesterday... It's been almost three weeks since my procedure... She told me that during the surgery, she was able to cut out all of the precancerous cells. She also took some additional scrapings from the upper area of my cervix to be tested to see if it spread; it did not. So as of right now, it's all gone. Due for another Pap in four months.
Very good news!