Yourcervixis the small, muscular opening between the uterus and the vagina.
Some people experience a bruised cervix, typically after deep sexual penetration.
A bruised cervix isnt usually cause for concern.
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However, it can be uncomfortable.
This typically starts right after having sex.
This can happen when your partners penis, fist, or fingers bump your cervix during sex.
It can also happen when youre penetrated by a sex toy, such as a dildo, duringmasturbationor sex.
Its more likely to happen if you are having rough sex or using a large sex toy.
You should start to feel better after avoiding penetration for a few days.
There may be another reason for your pain.
You could have another condition, such as an infection.
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