1. Infection

Most commonly called vaginal yeast infection, or vaginitis, this infection can cause you extreme pain and irritation in the vaginal area.

You can distinguish this pain from any other kind, because if you have the yeast infection, you will also experience pain while urinating and having sex.

Apart from that, there will also be a light coloured discharge and abnormal bleeding patterns.

2. Childbirth

If you have had a normal vaginal delivery, then chances are the pain of childbirth will continue for some time after.

You may think this is normal, but if it continues for more than a week, get yourself examined immediately.

3. Surgery

If you have had any kind of pelvic surgery, then you will experience vaginal pain for several weeks until the wounds have healed and the stitches have come off.

Make sure you don't itch or scrub the area until it is completely healed.

4. Trauma

If you have gone through sexual abuse, then you are likely to experience a long term vaginal pain. Make sure you check with a doctor for a remedy.

5. Excessive Vaginal Hygiene

Excessive vaginal hygiene could also lead to pain in the area due to repeated washing and scrubbing.

Douching can also cause vaginal pain. Make sure the cleaning is moderate and not extreme.

6. Allergies

If you are allergic to condoms or a certain type of sanitary napkin, then there is a possibility that  you might experience vaginal pain. Check for these allergies to check and eliminate the problem.

Apart from that, you may also experience irritation if you apply sprays and talcum powder on your vaginal area.

7. Endometriosis

Endometriosis is also a common reason why you would experience vaginal pain. It happens when some tissue is misplaced due to surgery or laparoscopy.

The distinguishing factor for endometriosis is that apart from that vaginal pain, you will experience heavy menstrual bleeding and even fertility problems.

8. Vaginismus

Vaginismus is the inability to insert anything into the vagina. So the basic distinguishing factor, if you have vaginismus is that you will experience fear and extreme pain only while trying to insert anything into your vagina.

This could be while inserting a tampon, a female condom or even during penetration.

9. Cancer

Vaginal cancer can also be the cause for vaginal pain. However, this pain will be accompanied by abnormal vaginal bleeding as well. You will also be able to detect a tell-tale lump in your vaginal area. So if you do, make sure you get yourself checked at once.