Pain at even the slightest brush of your cervix Any of these symptoms can be the tipoff for a sexually transmitted infection or other bacterial infection (they aren't all sexually transmitted). The cervix absolutely has nerve endings that are important for sexual function and have the ability to feel pain Buuuuut as we explored in this piece, the cervix usually isn’t super sensitive to pain during sex unless there’s something else going on—like endometriosis or pelvic floor muscle dysfunction. Cervix pain feels like a dull ache, cramp, or pressure in your lower abdomen or pelvis It can be constant or come and go, and often occurs with sex, infections, or unusual cervical features.
Pain in the cervix is a strong signal that it is time to go to a gynecologist for an examination [ 1 ], [ 2 ] Cervical bruising can sometimes happen during penetrative sex and typically heals within a day or two If your pain grows or persists, it may be time to talk with your doctor.
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