Spazkatt,

I'm so sorry you're still struggling with this. I'm glad your boyfriend is so sensitive and caring. And having to go back to the doctor is no fun.

I have a similar problem. The main issue, I think, is lack of lubrication, since more than one of my meds can cause dryness. But sex has been painful, at least at first, for so long, that I get all anxious about it, even when we use lubrication right from the get-go. So in my case, it's part physiological and part psychological.

When I saw my doc about it, she recommended trying different types of lubrication, including butter! (haven't been able to bring myself to try that). And she ran tests for all kinds of STD's just to check. My pain is similar to yours, though. I always feel as if my husband hasn't trimmed his fingernails when he uses his fingers, whether they are short or not.

We're trying now to experiment with different positions, different techniqes, etc. But it's frustrating for everyone involved.

I hope you find some relief soon.

gg