For weeks, I felt a sharp, nagging pain every time I had sex. At first, I blamed stress, hormones, even my position. But deep down, I knew something wasn’t right. The discomfort was becoming more frequent, and I found myself avoiding sex, not because I wanted to, but because it hurt.

One day, I decided I couldn’t keep guessing. I booked an appointment at Mascot Healthcare Clinic, hoping for answers.

During my consultation, the clinician listened patiently and reassured me that painful sex (dyspareunia) is more common than many women think, and often has an underlying cause. I had a pelvic exam and an ultrasound done the same day.

That was when the truth finally came out:
I had an ovarian cyst.

It felt like both a shock and a relief. Shock, because I had no idea something like this could cause so much pain. Relief, because I finally had an explanation, and more importantly, a plan.

The team at Mascot Healthcare explained everything clearly, from what type of cyst it was to my treatment options. They answered every question I had, no matter how small. The best part? My care didn’t end there, they followed up, checked my progress, and ensured the pain eased with treatment.

Today, I feel like myself again. No more fear, no more avoiding intimacy, no more silent suffering.

If you’re experiencing pelvic pain or painful sex, please don’t ignore it.
Your body is talking, and getting checked could give you answers and relief, just like it did for me.