Some women experience some pain the first few times they have sex, due to a variety of reasons. The hymen is a thin tissue that surrounds the vaginal opening. Almost all women are born with an opening in their hymen. If women did not have that natural opening there would be no way for menstrual blood to come out. The first time a woman has intercourse, she may have some discomfort because of the hymen stretching or tearing. This is sometimes referred to as having the "cherry popped." However, not everyone experiences this pain as some women who have them tear through the use of tampons or due to physical exertion such as horse back riding. And, bleeding from intercourse can happen even after the hymen is torn (though, the hymen is the most common natural cause for bleeding), but it has nothing to do with the hymen, but rather with some other type of irritation or scraping. Persistent bleeding after intercourse can be the sign of a sexually transmitted disease (STD) or other medical condition, and so it should be checked on by a doctor.
Sometimes women are very nervous the first few times they have sex and this can cause the vaginal opening not to loosen up enough and getting the penis in might hurt. Trying to push the penis in before the vagina is sufficiently lubricated, or wet, can cause some pain. Saliva or water-based lubricating jelly (NOT VASELINE OR OTHER OIL-BASED LUBRICANTS IF YOU ARE USING A CONDOM, WHICH YOU MOST DEFINITELY SHOULD BE) can help lessen the dryness. FX has actually answered a lot of questions on this topic, so for more information you can check out Does Sex Hurt?
As relationships continue and mature, and partners become more comfortable and relaxed with one another, the pain of having intercourse should lessen a bit. Without the pressure on you to experience sex, you can focus on what a sexual relationship means to each of you. In doing so, you'll be more relaxed, which most likely will lead to a positive and pain-free experience.
If you are going to have sex, please do so safely by using condoms to prevent STDs and pregnancy. Also, if you are sexually active, you and your partner should be seen by a doctor. If you live outside of Northern New Jersey, please call your local Planned Parenthood. If you live in Northern New Jersey, please call the Adolescent/Young Adult Center for Health at (973) 889.6350. Both Planned Parenthood and Adolescent/Young Adult Center for Health can see teens on a low/no cost basis, confidentially and without your parent's permission for sexual health reasons.
2007-02-12 12:23:54
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answered by Party Girl 4
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we all are different. And no , not every woman will bleed. What causes the bleeding is the lining next to the hymen. When the hymen has been broken... Due to sex normally, sometimes, you may bleed a little. Nothing out of a scary movie, just noticeable and goes away within a few minutes. Not like a period. And if u dont bleed, ur not a virgin, sex is sex, so,. ... go figure right? Anyways hope this helps////
2007-02-12 12:19:46
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answered by Anonymous
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Sorry, not a girl but I am a med student so maybe I can help. No, you are no longer a virgin. But yes, some people do bleed the first time since there is a membrand called a hymen covering part of the vagina that is torn in sex if it is still intact. If the bleeding is severe or is present next time, consult your doctor.
2007-02-12 12:19:38
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answered by Troy 6
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99.9%of the time yes you do bleed and the bleedin is just at the time it shouldnt last more then a day.if you dont bleed and the guy penatrated you -you are no longer a virgin after penatration...but its seems u are considerin going further i advise you to wait as long as possible im grown with children and your virginity is very important it opens the door to alot of things that u might not be ready for . i also work in the medical field and the rates of aids and stds are highest in ages 16-25 ,be safe and pleeeeaase research more than the bleedin process-pppllleeeeaaasssseeeeee..........contact me further if u want to talk more i'll be lookin out for you.....
2007-02-12 12:26:55
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answered by Anonymous
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So, yeah- when you have sex for the first time, a girl does bleed-- there's some sort of lining that is broken in the act (where the phrase "pop your cherry" comes from).
If you don't bleed, technically you are still a virgin, because this lining thingy hasn't been broken and is still intact.
The bleeding isn't much at all- it's usually just a bit of spotting right after you have sex..
Don't stress
2007-02-12 12:21:18
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answered by Anonymous
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I lost my virginity not so long ago and didnt bleed, its different for other people. I may have broken my hymen using tampons, which is why i didnt bleed. The bleeding is very common and natural, nothing to worry about. But im afraid i don't know how long it lasts as i never experienced it xxx
2007-02-12 12:24:16
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answered by Anonymous
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No, there is not always bleeding, but usually, yes. If there is no blood it does not mean that the girl is not a virgin. The bleeding should not last long - a few hours perhaps.
2007-02-12 12:20:16
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answered by bio rocks! 3
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Not everyone bleeds. Even if you use tampons before you can still bleed. It's from the hymen tearing , and yes that hurts. I bled for like a half day. And the next two times I bled. But eventually it stopped. You don't bleed much...it's not like a period at all.
2007-02-12 12:32:47
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answered by Taylor 4
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No there isnt always bleeding, and if u dont bleed it doesnt mean ure still a virgin.
Hope this helps a little =)
2007-02-12 20:55:51
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answered by Anonymous
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Kay. First time having sex; your breaking a ,,... sorta a wall. So normally, your tissue bleeds. Unless, you've stuck something up there before ; vibrator? and bled.Or even your tampon can break it. So, your still a virgin if you don't bleed. It's just, you already broke that little wall. No worries about it, except I hope you used a condom ;) haha :P
2007-02-12 12:22:57
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answered by woooolf! 1
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