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Painful Intercourse (Dyspareunia) Treatment in Johor Bahru

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Dyspareunia refers to persistent or recurrent genital pain immediately before, during, or after sexual intercourse. It affects both women and men, though it is significantly more common in women. In women, causes include vaginal dryness (due to menopause or medication), infections (candidiasis, bacterial vaginosis, herpes), endometriosis, ovarian cysts, pelvic inflammatory disease, vaginismus, and vulvodynia. In men, causes include phimosis, prostatitis, and skin conditions. Addressing dyspareunia requires sensitive medical assessment to identify and treat the underlying cause.

Symptoms of Painful Intercourse (Dyspareunia)

Pain at the vaginal entrance during penetration in women
Deep pelvic pain during or after intercourse
Burning, aching, or throbbing pain during or after sex
Involuntary vaginal tightening preventing penetration (vaginismus)
Pain during ejaculation in men
Associated symptoms: vaginal discharge, itching, or pelvic pressure

⚠️ When to See a Doctor

See a doctor if painful intercourse is persistent, worsening, affects your relationship and quality of life, or is associated with abnormal discharge, pelvic pain, or post-coital bleeding. All new onset or sudden worsening of dyspareunia warrants medical assessment to exclude infection, endometriosis, or malignancy.

Treatment at Klinik Muhibbah

At Klinik Muhibbah, Masai, our doctors perform a sensitive and confidential assessment of dyspareunia. We take a detailed gynaecological and sexual history, perform examination where appropriate, and arrange relevant investigations including STI screening, vaginal swab for culture, pelvic ultrasound referral, and hormone level testing. Treatment targets the underlying cause. Book at movo-x.com/kiosk/muhibbah.

👨‍⚕️ Dr. Prabagaran Kanapathy
M.D(UNPAD) OHD(NIOSH) | MMC 63651
👨‍⚕️ Dr. Kirubah Sai Patnaik
MMC 93850

Prevention Tips

1Use adequate lubrication — water-based lubricants are safe and effective
2Treat vaginal infections promptly with appropriate antifungal or antibiotic therapy
3Discuss medications with your doctor — some antidepressants and contraceptives cause vaginal dryness
4Pelvic floor physiotherapy can help vaginismus and pelvic floor dysfunction
5Open communication with your partner about discomfort helps reduce performance anxiety

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes painful sex in women?
Common causes include vaginal dryness (menopause, breastfeeding, medication), vaginal infections (thrush, bacterial vaginosis), endometriosis, ovarian cysts, pelvic inflammatory disease, vaginismus, and skin conditions such as lichen sclerosus. Our doctors at Klinik Muhibbah perform confidential assessment to identify and treat the cause. Book at movo-x.com/kiosk/muhibbah.
Is painful intercourse a sign of infection?
Sometimes. Infections such as vaginal thrush (candidiasis), bacterial vaginosis, chlamydia, gonorrhoea, and herpes can all cause painful intercourse. A vaginal swab and STI screen can diagnose these conditions. We provide confidential sexual health assessment and treatment at Klinik Muhibbah, Masai.
How is dyspareunia treated?
Treatment depends entirely on the underlying cause. Infections are treated with antifungals or antibiotics. Vaginal dryness responds to lubricants and oestrogen cream. Vaginismus is managed with pelvic floor physiotherapy and graduated dilation. Endometriosis requires specialist referral. Our doctors coordinate appropriate care. Book at movo-x.com/kiosk/muhibbah.

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