Transcript: Pain during intercourse is no reason to surrender your sex life! Up to 50 percent of women may suffer from dyspareunia,  / [dis-puh-roo-nee-uh] which refers to painful intercourse. But there is help for this all-too-common condition! An obvious start is to use plenty of lubricant to ensure that penetration goes smoothly. If vaginal burning is a recurrent problem for you, your doctor can prescribe a topical gel. Most brands contain a five-percent concentration of a local anesthetic. Is pain after intercourse a problem? Try applying a frozen gel-pack wrapped in a towel to ease post-sex irritation. It can also be beneficial to urinate immediately after intercourse, and then to rinse your genitals with cool water. Dyspareunia shouldn’t be suffered silently—sex is supposed to be fun! Try these tips to love your love life again!