Often irritation after intercourse is actually caused by pubic hair chafing the delicate genital skin. Please note: hair removal is not going to be effective unless your partner does the same! Sometimes we have an overgrowth of fungal or bacterial microbes in our vagina without really noticing any symptoms. We may only notice the irritation and discomfort after sex and wonder what the problem is. If you notice any unusual vaginal discharge after unprotected sexual intercourse, it is possible that you may have picked up a sexually transmitted infection (STI). Please consult your doctor if you are in any doubt about whether you may have a sexually transmitted infection. If you notice irritation after sex where a condom was used, it is possible that you are experiencing a reaction to latex. Many women experience soreness and irritation after sex due to insufficient vaginal lubrication. Sexual lubricants are products that have been specifically designed to provide lubrication for sex, and may be bought from chemists, supermarkets and online. Healing and soothing your irritated vaginal tissue is important because raw, irritated vaginal tissue provides the perfect environment for pathogenic (disease-causing) microbes to grow.
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