Questions about your condition

The following questions may assist you in discussing your symptoms with your GP or healthcare professional. You may find it useful to print off the questions below and take them with you to your appointment; in order to do so, simply press 'Print' at the bottom of the screen.

These questions are designed to assist you when discussing your symptoms with your GP or healthcare professional; they are not intended to be a diagnosis in any way. You may also have additional concerns you wish to discuss with your GP which are not covered here. 

Is your partner unable to penetrate you during sex?     Are you able to insert a tampon?     Is your doctor or nurse unable to carry out an internal vaginal examination/smear test?     Do you find sexual intercourse painful?     Is your vagina dry during sex?     Have you had a period in the last 12 months?     Are you feeling depressed?     Are you stressed?     How long has it been since you have had penetrative sex?     Have you recently started a relationship with a new partner?     Do you avoid sexual intercourse due to pain?     Have you experienced ongoing sexual pain since giving birth?     PRINT