Episode 27: Pain with Sex with Sadaf Lodhi, MD

Send us Fan MailWelcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I’m speaking with board-certified ob/gyn, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, Fellow of the International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health, and host of the Muslim Sex Podcast, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi, about a common, but often overlooked condition: pain with sex, aka dyspareunia.In “Episode 27: Pain with Sex”, we discuss the shame and stigma that surrounds this condition, often leading women to struggle in silence or lose hope when their concerns are dismissed, common causes of this condition, and the approach to diagnosis and treatment.Here are some topics we discuss:Dr. Sadaf Lodhi shares her background and inspiration for her work, particularly educating women as a sexual medicine physician through an intersectional lens as a Muslim womanHow British colonialism and puritanical views shifted cultural attitudes in historically sex-positive Eastern cultures towards shame and stigma around sex and women’s bodiesDefining “dyspareunia”, pain with sex, and its prevalenceDiscussing common causes of pain with sex and the approach to evaluationDiscussing one of the most common causes, vaginismus, and how it is treatedDiscussing other causes, including anatomic, hormonal, allergic, infectious, medical, surgical, and psychological causesThe importance of finding the right provider that will work with you to diagnose and treat this complex and frustrating conditionTune in on Monday, September 29, 2025 and make sure to subscribe and stay updated on all our episodes.Where to connect with Dr. Sadaf Lodhi: Website:Dr. Sadaf Lodhi, Gynecologist & Intimacy Coach empowering women with perimenopause, menopause, & sexual health solutions Instagram:Dr. Sadaf Lodhi, CEO Femme Vie Health|Menopause|Sexual Health (@drsadafobgyn)TikTok:Dr. Sadaf | OBGYN on TikTok YouTube:Femme vie HealthSupport the showThe Gynarchy Podcast is available now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other platforms. Follow Us for Updates:‌Bluesky: @thegynarchy Instagram: @thegynarchyTikTok: @thegynarchy YouTube: @thegynarchyNewsletter sign upWebsite: www.thegynarchypodcast.com‌Earn FREE CE/CME credit for listening to our episodes by joining the Learn at Pinnacle app:https://learnatpinnacle.com/education______Disclaimer: This podcast and related content are for informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute medical, financial, legal, psychological, or other professional advice. Views expressed are those of the hosts and guests, not their employers, and are not tailored to individual circumstances. Always consult a qualified professional before making decisions. By using this content, you agree the creators are not liable for any outcomes or damages resulting from reliance on it.Inclusivity statement:  The Gynarchy is cr...