PAINFUL SEX, CBD OIL, AND HOLISTIC HEALING

According to research, 75% of women experience pain during intercourse. Some experience it once, while for others, it becomes part of their life. The sad part is that most women ignore this pain, resulting in dissatisfactory sex life. If you value your sex health, you may want to try various remedies that come on your way. Fortunately, CBD oil is touted as a means of curing painful sex. Does it work? Keep reading below to find out more.

Experiencing pain during intercourse is common in various bedrooms across the world. While it affects both men and women, painful sex in women is not a topic of much debate in the modern world. Therefore, this has made most women fear seeking professional help. Because painful sex harms your physical and emotional health, your sex life can take a hit. However, women do not need to wait until the situation deteriorates. Various medications and other organic remedies, including CBD oil, are believed to improve your sexual health. CBD oil is one of the most popular wellness products out there. Over the years, it has been used to alleviate anxiety, depression, arthritis, and cancer-related symptoms. The ever-growing body of research claims it can be a magic tool for improving your sex life.

Basics

CBD oil is a wellness product containing cannabidiol (CBD). It is one of the most popular compounds found in cannabis. Other well-researched compounds include THC, cannabinol (CBN), cannabigerol (CBG), and terpenes. Together, these compounds give cannabis its unique taste, scent, and appearance. Most manufacturers use hemp-derived CBD to manufacture CBD oil. Furthermore, CBD derived from industrial hemp contains small amounts of THC (below 0.3%). For this reason, you are less likely to experience a ‘high’ sensation when incorporating CBD oil into your sexual routine.

What Causes Painful Sex in Women?

Menopause

Bacon (2017) suggested that menopause triggers hormonal fluctuations. When estrogen levels fluctuate and suddenly drop, you become more susceptible to vaginal dryness that causes painful penetrations. In addition, testosterone and progesterone hormone levels also drop during menopause. All these hormones play a vital role in arousal and sexual response.

Endometriosis

Endometriosis describes the growth of tissue resembling that in the endometrium outside the ovaries. A penis or sex toy can pull or stretch the tissue outside your uterus, causing painful sex.

Intestinal Cystitis

Intestinal cystitis occurs when you experience pain or discomfort in your bladder, lower abdomen, or pelvic region. Since the penis makes contact with most of these parts during sex, you can experience pain in the moment or after sex. Additionally, most cases of Intestinal cystitis often go undiagnosed because the condition is often confused with urinary tract infection.

Weak Pelvic Floor Muscles

Pelvic floor muscles are a group of muscles that ensure the pelvic organs (bowel, bladder, and uterus) function at their best. When the pelvic muscles are weak, they struggle to support these organs. As a result, you may experience pain during intercourse and incontinence problems.

Vaginismus

For vaginismus, the vaginal muscles contract during an insertion. The condition stems from fear of vaginal penetration.

Vaginal Infections

Common vaginal infections include candidiasis, cervicitis, and bacterial vaginosis. If you contract one of these, you are more likely to experience pain during intercourse.

Fibroids

Fibroids are the growth of non-cancerous tissue in the uterus or womb. Because the condition has no symptoms, it is often unnoticeable. Moreover, the condition is associated with pelvic pain and painful intercourse.

How Can CBD Oil Help?

Reduces the Symptoms of Menopause

Mental fog, hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, and vaginal dryness are common during menopause. Meletis & Chris (2019) suggested that CBD oil can reduce these symptoms.

Corrects Pelvic Floor Dysfunction

According to Kasper et al. (2020), CBD oil promotes pelvic floor muscle relaxation. Researchers also believe CBD oil increases the blood flow to the pelvic floor muscles. This keeps them more relaxed, allowing you to experience better, less painful sex.

Eases Endometriosis

CBD oil is an excellent source of anti-inflammatory relief. Because endometriosis triggers inflammation around the pelvic region, Sinclair et al. (2021) suggested that CBD oil can effectively alleviate inflammation in the pelvic muscles.

How Can You Take CBD Oil?

If you are experiencing vaginal dryness, you can use CBD oil as a lubricant. Applying the oil makes your vulva wet, allowing you to comfortably take objects (penis or sex toy) and feel great during thrusting. Other ways to utilize CBD oil include;

Sublingually

Sublingual administration involves placing drops of CBD oil under your tongue. There are mucous membranes in that area that absorb CBD into your bloodstream. Sublingual administration is highly effective since the CBD oils and tinctures are not gut-processed; therefore, the effects kick in quicker.

Inhalation

Inhalation involves using vape cartridges to consume CBD oil. This, by the way, is among the methods that deliver effects quickly. Inhaled CBD oil bypasses the digestive system, hence the instantaneous effects.

Orally

Another good way of utilizing CBD oil is adding it to your favorite meal or drink. Because CBD will go through the digestive system, the effects may take longer to show. Furthermore, CBD capsules have a precise amount of CBD oil. They have a gelatin casing that takes longer to absorb into the bloodstream, although they are highly effective once absorbed.

What Is the Right CBD Oil Dosage for You?

In all honesty, there is no standard dose for CBD oil. The right dosage depends on various factors, including age, weight, and metabolism. If you are a novice, starting low is best and gradually working your way up for greater results.

The Bottom Line

There is nothing straightforward about CBD oil. Furthermore, CBD oil for sex is one of the most understudied topics. This is why you may want to think twice before adding it to your sexual routine. If you must use CBD oil to improve your sex life, it is best to check out with your doctor or physician first. Your healthcare provider will help determine if CBD oil is safe. It is also worth noting CBD oil can interact with various medications, such as anti-histamines and heart rhythm medications. For this reason, you may want to take it as directed by your healthcare provider. Other ways to navigate painful sex include switching positions, warming up before sex, using sex toys or pillows, avoiding penetrative sex for a while (or trying other sexual activities), and communicating your needs to your partner.

References

Bacon, J. L. (2017). The menopausal transition. Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics, 44(2), 285-296.

Kasper, A. M., Sparks, S. A., Hooks, M., Skeer, M., Webb, B., Nia, H., ... & Close, G. L. (2020). The high prevalence of cannabidiol use within male professional rugby union and league players is a quest for pain relief and enhanced recovery. International journal of sports nutrition and exercise metabolism, 30(5), 315-322.

Meletis, C. D. Regulating the Endocannabinoid System with CBD to Improve Women’s Health October 1, 2019 Chris D. Meletis

Sinclair, J., Collett, L., Abbott, J., Pate, D. W., Sarris, J., & Armour, M. (2021). Effects of cannabis ingestion on endometriosis-associated pelvic pain and related symptoms. PloS one, 16(10), e0258940.