@mmoss It's important you gather information and receive support from members. This is why I moved your question to a previous discussion that you started on this topic.

Members @gracythesharl @rwinney @donnacarp @2011panc @guss @healthytoday @linsie @dablues @court135 have discussed a similar topic and may be able to offer support.

Below I have linked two other previous discussions that may be of interest to you.
-Recurrent vaginal irritation/painful intercourse https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/recurrent-vaginal-irritationpainful-intercourse/

May I ask if your doctor has prescribed estrogen cream?