What questions will doctors ask about dyspareunia?
Doctors will ask detailed questions about the nature, timing, and location of pain, your medical and sexual history, and any related symptoms to accurately diagnose dyspareunia.
Detailed Medical Explanation
Doctors will ask when the pain started, whether it is at the entrance or deep inside, if it happens every time, and whether it is associated with periods, position, or emotional factors. You may be asked about history of childbirth, infections, contraception, trauma, mental health, and relationship factors. This helps guide diagnosis and personalised treatment. NHS: Painful Sex.
Clinical Context
Open and honest answers help clinicians provide better care and a more accurate diagnosis. All information is kept confidential.
Evidence-Based Approaches
NHS and women’s health specialists use structured, sensitive questioning to understand all factors contributing to dyspareunia. NHS: Painful Sex.