Dyspareunia
TopicHeard in 1 episode across 1 show since Jun 2026
Dyspareunia is the medical term for painful sexual intercourse, which can occur before, during, or after sexual activity. While it can affect both men and women, it is significantly more common in women and can stem from various physical, psychological, or medical causes. Treatment typically depends on identifying and addressing the underlying source of the pain.
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What experts have said about Dyspareunia
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Up to 75% of women experience painful sex at some point
“pain with sex is actually not rare at all. There are some published reports that up to 75 of women will say at some point in their life sex is painful.”
Open the episode · Medical Whistleblower: What Your Doctor Doesn’t Know Is Hurting You | Dr Rachel RubinListen at 47:59
Women with painful sex should consult clinicians specializing in pelvic pain
“I would really try to see someone who has an exercise active interest in this. See a specialized gynecologist or a specialized urologist who has an interest in pelvic pain.”
Open the episode · Medical Whistleblower: What Your Doctor Doesn’t Know Is Hurting You | Dr Rachel RubinListen at 49:34
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