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When Sex Hurts: A Woman's Guide to Banishing Sexual Pain

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Did you know that 20 million women suffer from painful intercourse?

Did you know that as many as 40% of those women will not seek medical care?

Now, three experts in the field of sexual pain and women’s sexual health address the myths, realities and stereotypes of sexual pain in this easy to read book.

By Andrew Goldstein, MD, Caroline Pukall, PhD, and Irwin Goldstein, MD

Often going undiscussed or misdiagnosed, painful sex is a condition that most medical professionals are still in the dark about. Now, three experts in the field of sexual pain and women’s sexual health address the myths, realities and stereotypes of sexual pain in this easy to read book that will guide readers to the help and support that they need most.

Topics include:

  • Causes of sexual pain
  • Choosing the proper doctor
  • Rebuilding sexual intimacy
  • Tips for understanding sexual pain

Also featuring groundbreaking research and stories from women that have suffered, and recovered from this difficult disorder, When Sex Hurts, provides the tools to stop hurting and start healing.

  • 250 pages
  • Soft Cover
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Customer Reviews (5.0 / 5 · 2 reviews)

Scarlett C. ★★★★★

Finally, a book that actually breaks down the different types of pain and what might be causing them, not just a vague "see a doctor." I appreciated the specific exercises and the clear, non-judgmental tone throughout. It’s already made a real difference in how I approach the problem.

Joshua ★★★★★

I'd been dealing with this issue for years and didn't realize how many others were in the same boat until I opened this book. The section on identifying specific trigger points during intercourse was the first practical advice I've found that actually helped. It's written in such a compassionate, st