But if your memory lapse is due to the irregularity of your periods, that's something you need to discuss with your doctor. Honesty is moderately important. In addition, she says, many conditions are intricately connected with the menstrual cycle. If you're having abdominal pain but you're exactly in the middle of your cycle, the pain could well be due to ovulation. But if you give the wrong date, the doctor may dismiss ovulation as a cause and possibly schedule you for an unnecessary gastrointestinal workup.
Truth is, sex is painful.
It's hard enough to discuss painful sex when you're sitting fully clothed, having a cup of coffee with the love of your life. Revealing sexual problems to your doctor while in stirrups takes 10 times the courage. The sexual behavior authorities Masters and Johnson have estimated that one out of every two couples experiences some type of sexual difficulties, including painful sex, at some point. Honesty is essential. One of the worst things you can do is assume it's all in your head.