How to Avoid Vaginal Cuts

How to Avoid Vaginal Cuts

INTRODUCTION 

 

Vaginal cuts and tears are a common problem in women who are sexually active. Although usually not serious, vaginal cuts can be uncomfortable and irksome. The good news, however, is that vaginal cuts can be prevented.  Many women notice vaginal cuts and tears after sexual intercourse, and most of the time these tears and abrasions are normal," Vaginal cuts become more noticeable during sex, he says, because semen can sting when it comes in contact with the open cuts.  Even though minor vaginal cuts may not create long-term health issues,, they can negatively affect your experience of sex, and make you uncomfortable. A better course is to learn how to prevent the cuts from occurring in the first place.

Q: What are the common causes of Vaginal cuts

A:  When a woman is sexually excited. Her  vagina naturally produces fluids that lubricate the area during sexual activity therefore reducing friction that can irritate or tear the vaginal skin. if the vagina is not well lubricated, vaginal dryness can occur which may lead to vaginal cuts.

Q: The causes of vaginal cuts can be many. Some of them are:

A: Not enough foreplay. Sexual excitement causes the secretion of vaginal fluids, and an inadequate amount of foreplay before intercourse can lead to vaginal dryness, History of abuse. Although this is not the most common cause of vaginal dryness, a history of sexual abuse can affect a woman’s relationship to sex. Some sexual positions tend to cause more vaginal tears and abrasions than others, and use of sex toys can also be a factor. Sex toys are sometimes made of materials that are irritating to the skin, or they might have sharp or rough edges.

Q: How do we prevent Vaginal Cuts?

A: How can vaginal cuts be prevented? Since vaginal dryness is often responsible, increasing wetness in the vagina during sexual activity is often the best way to prevent vaginal cuts. Ways to do this include: the use of lubricants. Always use water based lubricants because oil based lubricants damage condoms which put you at high risk of sexually transmitted diseases. Try to engage in more foreplay and vaginal stimulation before intercourse.