"We then don't have sex for about six or so weeks because of this. She believes, and it seems it may be true, that my semen is the culprit of this vaginal flare-up. I wish I knew more information to tell you specifically what it is, but she doesn't really talk about it. I have to use a condom every time we have sex."
"For uninformed readers, antibiotics often cause yeast infections, and then the yeast infection can increase the risk for other issues, such as cervical polyps. Six or so weeks recovering, and multiple doctor visits along the way, can absolutely be par for the course. Some of these visits might include exams by doctors who still mistakenly believe that the cervix cannot feel pain and will actually tell you this, to your face, while doing things to your body that are causing definite sensations of pain. It can be absolutely maddening."
A man underwent a vasectomy after two children and expected to resume condom-free sex. After several episodes of intercourse the wife developed severe vaginal symptoms that required doctor visits and antibiotics. Antibiotic treatment often leads to yeast infections and can increase risk for other problems such as cervical polyps. Each episode triggered roughly six weeks without sex while the wife recovered. The wife believes semen triggers the flare-ups and insists on condoms from the start; she also reports low libido consistent with perimenopause. Some clinicians may dismiss cervical pain, compounding frustration and sexual avoidance.
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