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24 years
Is there any medication to reduce pain in first time intercourse?
Nov 27, 2014

Dr. Zakia Dimassi Pediatrics
For superficial pain, anesthetic ointments (such as Emla cream) and sitz baths (iodine solution in warm water) may help; use of lubricant before intercourse is also useful. Water-based lubricants rather than petroleum jelly or other oil-based lubricants are recommended, because oil-based lubricants may dry the vagina and damage latex contraceptive devices. Spending more time in foreplay may increase vaginal lubrication.
For deep pain, using a different position for intercourse may help. For example, being on top can give women more control of penetration, or another position may limit how deeply the penis can be thrust.
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