bleeding after sex... very worried !

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Registered: 01-21-2004
bleeding after sex... very worried !
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Fri, 08-12-2005 - 1:08pm
The first time I had sex was more than two years ago and the second time was only yesterday. At the beginning it hurt a little but i thought it was only because i hadn't have sex for so long and it was only the second time.
but this morning when i woke up i was bleeding quite a lot and now i have a very swollen and painful vaginal lip. did it ever happened to you ?? what did you do ? please i need help
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Registered: 12-30-2003
Sun, 08-14-2005 - 10:20pm

Hi laury_smile, welcome!

Were you well lubricated before bf attempted penetration? Vulvar and vaginal tissues are delicate and easily chafed and torn when dry. And if you haven't had a pelvic exam to check on possible complicating factors before intercourse you might have a hymen that was torn during penetration. Since you are becoming sexually active if you haven't had a recent pelvic it would be a good idea to have one to make sure everything is ok. When I'm sore down there I find that a good pure Aloe Vera gel (I get mine in a health food store) works well in soothing vaginal discomfort. If the bleeding and pain continue you should see your doctor.

While you are learning about your body and developing sexual techniques that work for you, there can be a bit of a learning curve. It's always a good idea to have plenty of foreplay as we usually take a lot longer to become aroused and well lubed than guys do. If you aren't aroused and wet before you begin to be fingered or penetrated you should use a good intimate lube such as Astroglide, Slippery Stuff or K-Y Liquid and plenty of it.

I’m sorry to have taken so long to reply but I’ve been without a computer for a week. I hope you are feeling better. Thanks for posting. Let us know how you're doing, ok?

Good luck,

      Jill