Pain after intimacy, causes and methods of treatment

It is extremely unpleasant for a man to feel a burning sensation in the urethra after intimacy. This is a serious sign that may indicate the development of certain diseases in the body. Unpleasant sensations manifest themselves in different ways, a man can feel a burning sensation, itching or pain of varying intensity. This is an alarming signal, in case of which you should immediately contact a specialist.

Discomfort after sex, reasons

Most often, it is urological diseases that cause this unpleasant symptom. Therefore, it is necessary first of all to diagnose and cure it.

Experts identify many causes of burning sensation during ejaculation. One of them is considered to be such a common method of contraception as interruption of intercourse. This is harmful to men's health in general and can provoke the development of serious diseases.

There are also other causes of pain during ejaculation:

• An inflammatory process that develops on the glans penis or foreskin.
• Inflammation of the seminal vesicles - vesiculitis.
• If inflammation develops in the testes or their epididymis (epididymitis orchiditis).
• Cystitis is also known as inflammation of the bladder. In this case, the man feels pain in the entire urethra.
• Sexually transmitted diseases that cause burning or itching after ejaculation.
• Hormonal system malfunctions.
• Various injuries to the male genital organs (tears, crushing and blows).
• Varicose veins of the testicles. It can also provoke pain during an erection.
• Irregular sexual contact.
• Taking certain medications.
• Penis sensitivity.

Allocate psychological reasons. When there are no reasons for the occurrence of violations, but the man still feels a burning sensation after ejaculation:

• if a man does not trust his partner;
• stress;
• bad experience;
• misuse of masturbation in adolescence.

In this case, a man needs the help of a psychologist to get rid of this feeling.

Very often, a man does not seek help from a specialist, thinking that the symptom will disappear on its own. As a result, he may have decreased libido, erectile dysfunction and sexual dysfunction.

Painful intercourse syndrome

Unpleasant sensations or discomfort during sexual intercourse greatly upset and spoil a man's life. Therefore, many have painful intercourse syndrome. Most often, it appears after several ejaculations, which were accompanied by painful sensations.

If a man suffers from this syndrome, he convinces himself that every intimacy will end in itching or burning for him. As a result, interest in intimate life gradually fades away, and against this background, an erection worsens, and sexual needs decrease.

Prostatitis as a cause of pain during ejaculation

This condition is also known as inflammation of the prostate gland. This disease is often diagnosed in men of different ages. The main symptom of which is pain during ejaculation.

There are several causes of prostatitis, so there are two forms:

• Infectious - of a viral, infectious or fungal nature, transmitted during intercourse. In this case, the disease is first diagnosed, after which treatment is prescribed.
• Infectious prostatitis - the development of this form of the disease can cause inflammatory processes. Also, a passive lifestyle, bad habits, decreased immunity can cause the development of a non-infectious form of the disease.

The main symptoms of prostatitis:

• pain in the perineum, often radiates to other organs;
• urination disorder;
• uncharacteristic discharge;
• erectile dysfunction.

Candidiasis in men

Burning sensation after ejaculation often occurs in men who have candidiasis. This is a fungal disease, also known as thrush.

Main symptoms:

• itching sensation of the penis, especially the glans;
• pain after each ejaculation;
• manifestation of a pain symptom while going to the toilet;
• a characteristic white coating appears on the penis.

If a man has been diagnosed with this disease, treatment is necessary for both partners, since the causative agent of candidiasis is sexually transmitted. After the course of treatment, it is necessary to re-take the analysis for both the man and the woman so that a relapse does not occur.

Inflammation of the testicles, what are the symptoms

If an inflammatory process develops in the testicles, his penis hurts, the scrotum swells and enlarges.The painful symptom worsens while walking or if you spend a lot of time sitting.

Also, this disease is accompanied by an uncomfortable sensation in the entire pelvic girdle. Sperm count decreases, and itching and burning sensation is felt in the urethra when going to the toilet.

Only a doctor can confirm this diagnosis based on research results.

Treatment

If you experience any discomfort during or after intercourse, you should immediately contact a specialist. He will determine the cause of these sensations and prescribe treatment.

For a correct diagnosis, the doctor may prescribe:

• Ultrasound scan of the male reproductive system;
• general analysis of blood and urine;
• examination of prostate discharge;
• smear to detect genital infections.

After the doctor has accurately established the diagnosis, treatment is prescribed. There are several ways of treatment; the doctor, together with the patient, selects the most acceptable and effective one.

There are such therapy methods:

• if the disease is of an infectious nature, antibiotics are used;
• treatment of the underlying disease. For example, prostatitis, so as not to aggravate the situation;
• local treatment - the use of ointments to get rid of painful sensations in the urethra in men;
• abstaining from intimacy will help if genital trauma is the cause of the pain;
• help of a psychologist - if no organic disorders and diseases are found.

Do not self-medicate, as there are many reasons for the symptom, and it is impossible to make an accurate diagnosis on your own.

During the period of treatment, it is better to refrain from sexual intercourse until complete recovery and the disappearance of pain. If the disease that caused the pain is sexually transmitted, doctors prohibit it. Otherwise, the treatment will be ineffective. With physical damage, pain will continue until healed completely, and sexual intercourse can slow this process down.

Do not lock yourself in, inaction will negatively affect not only health, but also the quality of your sex life. If you endure the pain for a long time, the situation will only get worse. Over time, the disease progresses, respectively, and the treatment time increases. Sometimes this can lead to irreversible consequences. For example, a complete refusal of sexual intercourse, which will negatively affect not only the physiological health of partners, but also the emotional climate in a couple.