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Pragma · 08-30-2004, 09:10 PM

Forgive any ignorance to start with, this is a fairly recent problem and I'm very confused:

For the past long while, my girlfriend and I have always had sex using a condom. For the past two months, she's been on a birth control pill, and we've had sex twice since then with no condom. Both times, after sex, she's complained that she burns really badly from my semen, and that it is very uncomfortable.

Is this normal? I've never cum inside her before she went on the birth control, so we don't know if that's to blame.

Renaissance · 08-30-2004, 09:55 PM

She could be allergic to it. Try putting some on her skin and see if that causes any kind of reaction ( rash, etc )

shred_head · 08-30-2004, 10:07 PM

Wow, I never thought that a girl could actually be serious when she'd say she didn't want to have sex because she's allergic to cum.......interesting.

Manic_Skafe · 08-30-2004, 10:27 PM

Well before she was on the pill, if you had sex with her without a condom you did come in her. Precum counts as well.

I've never heard of a person being allergic to cum. Have you tried any new lubricants, toys, etc?

Go see a doctor.

Pragma · 08-31-2004, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Manic_Skafe

Well before she was on the pill, if you had sex with her without a condom you did come in her. Precum counts as well.

I've never heard of a person being allergic to cum. Have you tried any new lubricants, toys, etc?

Go see a doctor.

Before she was on the pill, we always used a condom - so there really isn't any way to see if that's the problem that way

We didn't use any lubricant (she gets incredibly wet naturally), nothing like that. She said it feels almost like her uterus is burning, not her vagina, so I'm really lost on that one.

I've told her she should see a doctor, and in the mean time - buying more condoms (though just to be extra safe, I plan on using them anyways, even though she is on the pill). Those two times were "unexpected"

maleficent · 08-31-2004, 10:40 AM

http://www.goaskalice.columbia.edu/0343.html

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Over the computer, it is almost impossible to diagnose the burning feeling you get after your partner ejaculates. It is possible that you might have contracted a form of vaginitis — due to the many changes that you have experienced over the past few months. Bacteria grow in the vagina of a normal, healthy woman. Some bacteria keep the vagina somewhat acidic, preventing yeast, fungi, and other harmful organisms from multiplying out of proportion. If these harmful organisms do multiply, they secrete wastes that irritate the vaginal walls, causing infections. At such times, there may be an abnormal discharge, mild or severe itching or burning of the vulva, chafing of the thighs, and, occasionally, frequent urination.

Some of the reasons for vaginal infections are lowered resistance; douching; birth control pills; antibiotics; or, cuts, abrasions, or other irritations in the vagina (from intercourse, fingers or fingernails, or tampons). Infections can also be transmitted from your partner, if s/he has one. Because you're switching from protected intercourse with condoms to birth control pills, you are less protected from other sexually transmitted infections (STIs). To protect yourself, you can be sure there's enough lube (your own or a water-based one) for intercourse. Pee both before and after intercourse — the acidity of the urine tends to kill off and wash away bacteria. Also, for both you and your boyfriend, washing your hands and genitals before you have sex may make a difference. If this is a persistent problem, make an appointment for an STD checkup at Primary Care Medical Services at x4-2284.

Semen allergies have become a "popular" explanation that people use regarding discomfort with sex. However, they are extremely rare, and would not show up immediately after sex, but rather take a while to develop with continued contact with semen. The burning sensation would more likely be caused by friction, or by not waiting until you are fully aroused and well-lubed before intercourse.

double · 09-01-2004, 07:52 PM

When I first started on the pill I had that same problem.... I lost my sex drive completely because of the pain and stopped taking the pill. I went to see a doctor and turns out the pill caused somekind of sensitivity for me. Now I'm on a different pill and sex is great...No more pains, just pleasure.

Pragma · 09-01-2004, 08:32 PM

Thanks for the input - I've kept my girlfriend informed and she didn't seem to have any problems tonight

Even so, she's planning on switching BC methods once her supply runs out.

Menoman · 09-01-2004, 09:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Pragma

Those two times were "unexpected"

Children often are too unfortunately. Don't trust the pill.

08-30-2004, 09:10 PM	#1 (permalink)
Pragma I am Winter Born Location: Alexandria, VA	Burning after sex Forgive any ignorance to start with, this is a fairly recent problem and I'm very confused: For the past long while, my girlfriend and I have always had sex using a condom. For the past two months, she's been on a birth control pill, and we've had sex twice since then with no condom. Both times, after sex, she's complained that she burns really badly from my semen, and that it is very uncomfortable. Is this normal? I've never cum inside her before she went on the birth control, so we don't know if that's to blame.

08-30-2004, 10:07 PM	#3 (permalink)
shred_head Psycho Location: Atlanta, GA	Wow, I never thought that a girl could actually be serious when she'd say she didn't want to have sex because she's allergic to cum.......interesting. __________________ "Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds" -- Albert Einstein "A clear indication of women's superiority over man is their refusal to play air guitar." --Frank Zappa

08-30-2004, 10:27 PM	#4 (permalink)
Manic_Skafe More Than You Expect Location: Queens	Well before she was on the pill, if you had sex with her without a condom you did come in her. Precum counts as well. I've never heard of a person being allergic to cum. Have you tried any new lubricants, toys, etc? Go see a doctor. __________________ "Porn is a zoo of exotic animals that becomes boring upon ownership." -Nersesian

09-01-2004, 07:52 PM	#7 (permalink)
double Crazy Location: Helsinki	When I first started on the pill I had that same problem.... I lost my sex drive completely because of the pain and stopped taking the pill. I went to see a doctor and turns out the pill caused somekind of sensitivity for me. Now I'm on a different pill and sex is great...No more pains, just pleasure. __________________ Reach out and touch faith

08-30-2004, 09:55 PM	#2 (permalink)
Renaissance Upright	She could be allergic to it. Try putting some on her skin and see if that causes any kind of reaction ( rash, etc )

09-01-2004, 08:32 PM	#8 (permalink)
Pragma I am Winter Born Location: Alexandria, VA	Thanks for the input - I've kept my girlfriend informed and she didn't seem to have any problems tonight Even so, she's planning on switching BC methods once her supply runs out.