What condition is characterized by pain during intercourse?

• A. Dyspareunia
• B. Amenorrhea
• C. Oligomenorrhea
• D. Menorrhagia

Answer: (A)

Dyspareunia refers specifically to genital pain during or after sexual intercourse. This condition can result from various physical or psychological factors, including vaginal dryness, infections, pelvic disorders, or past trauma, among others. The pain can affect a person's sexual health and emotional well-being, making it an important condition to recognize and address in women’s health care.

The other options describe different menstrual or reproductive health conditions. Amenorrhea refers to the absence of menstruation, which does not inherently involve pain during intercourse. Oligomenorrhea describes infrequent menstrual periods, and while it may affect overall health, it is unrelated to pain during intercourse. Menorrhagia is characterized by excessive menstrual bleeding, which also does not directly determine the presence of pain during sexual activity. Therefore, dyspareunia is indeed the correct condition associated with pain during intercourse.