A 42-year-old woman presents to the clinic with complaints of painful intercourse for the last month.Which of the following should be explored as the likely cause of her dyspareunia?

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Painful intercourse, or dyspareunia, is a common symptom of menopause due to the decrease in estrogen levels that can lead to vaginal dryness and thinning of the vaginal tissues. Dehydration and excess progesterone are unlikely causes of dyspareunia. While sexual trauma as a child can have long-lasting effects on sexual function, it is not specified in the question stem and therefore cannot be assumed as the likely cause in this case.

A 42-Year-Old Woman Presents to the Clinic with Complaints of Painful