Vaginal burning sensation after sexual intercourse during pregnancy is usually caused by reasons that can cause burning at any time other than sexual intercourse. These include yeast infections and other vaginal infections. Sharp vaginal pain with or without sexual intercourse can also be caused by varicose veins, especially later in pregnancy.

What is the reason of this?

Yeast infections and other vaginal infections are more common during pregnancy as hormonal changes in the body can alter the pH balance of the vagina. Other common symptoms of yeast infections include vaginal itching and a thick, white discharge. Yellow discharge, green or strong odor may be a sign of a different type of vaginal infection.

In addition to sex, exercise, and standing for long periods of time, it can also cause pain in women with vulvar (vaginal) varicose veins. The added pressure caused by physical changes, including increased blood volume, during pregnancy is when vulvar varicose veins are most common.

Tips

Yeast infections during pregnancy can be treated with the same topical medications as the over-the-counter medications used to treat yeast infections outside of pregnancy, but it's a good idea to check with your healthcare provider first to make sure it's definitely a yeast infection.

There aren't many treatment options for vulvar varicose veins during pregnancy, but avoiding standing for too long without a break, swimming, and raising your hips while lying down can help reduce pressure, which can help relieve pain.