HomeAnswersSexologylubricantsAre lubricating gels safe for vaginal dryness?

Can lubricant gel help with vaginal dryness and friction during sexual intercourse?

Share

The following is an actual conversation between an iCliniq user and a doctor that has been reviewed and published as a Premium Q&A.

Medically reviewed by

iCliniq medical review team

Published At May 20, 2022
Reviewed AtFebruary 1, 2024

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am a 26-years-old female who faces issues with vaginal dryness. During my intercourse, I experience friction, and the intercourse is not healthy. My husband suggested I use Durex lubricant gel, and I am unsure that can it be used? My husband and I want to know whether Durex lubricant gel helps with vaginal dryness and friction during intercourse?

Answered by Dr. Raveendran S R

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I can understand your concern. It can be due to infection, improper foreplay, dehydration, age, and hormonal imbalance. You can try the natural way by increasing foreplay. It can cause lubrication, or you can use lubricants KY Gel (Propylene glycol, sorbitol, and Nasotrol). Injury due to dryness due to deep penetration in a few positions during sex. Vaginismus, fear during sex causes muscles in the genital to contract and cause pain to both partners need to increase foreplay duration to reduce fear and bring comfortability. Yes, you can use lubrication as a temporary solution. Concentrate more on foreplay.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Raveendran S R
Dr. Raveendran S R

Sexology

Community Banner Mobile
By subscribing, I agree to iCliniq's Terms & Privacy Policy.

Read answers about:

sexual intercourselubricants

Ask your health query to a doctor online

Sexology

*guaranteed answer within 4 hours

Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.

This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. iCliniq privacy policy