Smashing the Taboo of Painful Sex During Perimenopause with Dr. Jill Krapf & Dr. Sameena Rahman

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“Smashing the Taboo of Painful Sex During Perimenopause”

There are a lot of challenges that can pop up during perimenopause, and some of these have to do with sexual function and the physical body; sometimes it can be uncomfortable to talk about sexual discomfort. But, that should not stop women from seeking out the experts that know how to help. From libido, arousal, and vulvar vaginal disorders, to hormones, pelvic muscles and UTI’s, Dr. Jill Krapf and Dr. Sameena Rahman cover a lot of ground in this episode when it comes to pain during sex while in perimenopause, so don’t miss out!

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Meet Today’s Experts

Dr. Jill Krapf specializes in diagnosing and treating vulvar pain conditions, including vulvodynia, overactive pelvic floor muscle dysfunction, and lichen sclerosus. She practices at the Center for Vulvovaginal Disorders in Washington, D.C., and Tampa, Florida. Dr. Krapf is active in research and has published chapters and peer-reviewed articles on vulvar pain disorders. She serves as Associate Editor for the Journal of Sexual Medicine Online Access and for the textbook "Female Sexual Pain Disorders, 2nd Edition." She is also a Fellow and Board Member of the International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health (ISSWSH), contributing to the Education and Social Media Committees.

Dr. Sameena Rahman is the founder of the Center for Gynecology and Cosmetics in Chicago, Illinois, where she focuses on menopause care, sexual dysfunction, sexual pain, and medical aesthetics. Dr. Rahman holds the designation of Fellow of the International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health (ISSWSH) and is an active member of the International Pelvic Pain Society (IPPS). Additionally, she serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor of OB-GYN at the Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine.

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Disclaimer: This content is not medical advice and does not replace consultation with a qualified healthcare provider. Always seek professional medical advice for diagnosis and treatment.