What are the disadvantages of having sex during menstruation for women?

During the menstrual period, women's immune ability will decrease, and because the genitals are affected by menstrual blood for a long time, many bacteria may appear. At this time, special attention should be paid to the hygiene of the genitals, and try to avoid infection, especially avoid having sex during the menstrual period, as it is likely to bring many adverse effects to the body. Let us learn about some of the harms of having sex during the menstrual period to the female body.

Menstruation is a physiological phenomenon unique to women. During the menstrual period, some changes will occur in various parts of the body. The most prominent changes are: the excitability of the cerebral cortex decreases, and the body's resistance is worse than usual. The endometrium in the genitals sheds and bleeds, the cervix opens, and the alkaline menstrual blood neutralizes the acidic environment of the vagina, reducing the acidity of the vagina and weakening the natural barrier function. If you have sex during menstruation, the following adverse consequences may occur:

1. Increased menstrual volume and prolonged menstrual period

Due to the excitement of both parties, the insertion of the penis will cause the female genitals to become congested, leading to increased menstrual flow and prolonged menstrual period.

2. Bacterial infection

During sexual intercourse at this time, the male reproductive organ may bring bacteria into the vagina. Menstrual blood is a good culture medium for bacteria and other microorganisms. Bacteria can easily multiply and spread along the many tiny wounds and ruptured blood vessels in the endometrium, infecting the endometrium and even affecting the fallopian tubes and pelvic organs, thus causing unnecessary trouble to the woman.

3. Cause urethritis

Menstrual secretions entering the male urethra may also cause urethritis.

4. Causes immune infertility and sterility

Having sex during menstruation may cause sperm to meet the damaged endometrium and overflowing blood cells, and even enter the blood, which may induce the production of anti-sperm antibodies, leading to immune infertility and sterility.

5. Endometriosis

Having sex during menstruation can cause uterine contraction during sexual impulses, which can squeeze endometrial fragments into the pelvic cavity, causing endometriosis and leading to infertility.

Therefore, it is best to pay attention to hygiene during the menstrual period. Try to wash the vulva with clean water every day. When you feel itchy, you can also use some vulvar wash to clean it. You should also change sanitary napkins in time to minimize the possibility of bacterial growth. You should pay attention to your diet and avoid eating raw, cold, and irritating foods.