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I feel so embarrassed to even mention this, but I don't know who else to
ask. My problem is that during sex a lot of air seems to get into my vagina.
It then sounds like I am passing gas and it is very annoying. Luckily, my
last partner made a joke about it and it didn't seem to bother him, but who
knows what my next partner will think. What is causing this and what can I
do about it?
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What you are referring to is so common that it even has a slang
expression: queefing.
During intercourse or other forms of penetrative sex, air is often
pushed into the vaginal canal. It then has to come out somehow - frequently
with a sudden gush of air (and an accompanying sound). This "gas"
is entirely odorless so you need not be concerned about that aspect. The
reality is that it is not only impossible, but unnecessary, to avoid. Almost
all women and their partners have had experiences with "vaginal farts"
as they are also sometimes known. Laugh it off and try not to let it interfere
with your enjoyment of sex. Besides, if your partner is inside you at the
time, the sensation can be rather pleasant for him!
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Best,
Dr. Sandor Gardos
MyPleasure provides up-to-date and useful sexual education materials in combination
with a store that allows people to buy, try, and learn about new aspects of
sexuality. We believe everybody deserves a great sex life.
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