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Hi Aunt Vadge,
I’m experiencing some pain after being with my boyfriend. The pain started recently and we’re really not sure why, since we’ve been doing the same thing for months now. It’s like a tingling/burning sensation that lasts for like 15 minutes tops.
I did my own research, but no one really seems to be in my situation, I’m still a virgin but this isn’t the first time he’s used his fingers on me.
The other day he went very slow ‘n gentle but it still hurt afterwards. And according to him, I’m soaked, so I don’t think it’s from rubbing it when it’s dry. He also trims his nails until his fingers are like nubs. The most I can come up with is that his hands might be dirty but this wasn’t a problem before.
I also sort of had a urine infection about a month ago, but everything is pretty okay now. I even go so far as wetting toilet paper in the sink to wipe after I pee.
Please help! He’s more worried than I am and wants to stop but I don’t want him to… what could be the reason?
Thank you,
Tingly Fingers
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Dear Tingly Fingers,
Thank you for your letter. You sound like you have been doing some good research on the problem, which is great to see. It is also great to hear that your boyfriend is being careful with your body.
It’s challenging to determine what’s happening without an examination and some testing, so it’s best to visit your doctor for a check-up. When new symptoms appear after doing the same activity, it can be a sign that something has changed and needs attention.
Is it an infection?
You might still have some lingering bacteria from your urinary tract infection that is in your vagina (called aerobic vaginitis), a yeast infection, or something else. See your doctor for a test and treatment if necessary.
Some bacteria result in inflammation, so if your boyfriend’s hands disturbed your vagina and the bacteria, it could result in a tingling, burning sensation.
What to do next
Because it’s happening regularly, don’t ignore it and hope it will go away – it might be easily fixed with a straightforward treatment.
Sincerely,
Aunt Vadge
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