Can women have sex during menstruation?

Many married or conjugal women have experienced this situation: their men have a strong sexual desire, while their menstrual cycle lasts 6-8 days. Because they cannot have sex during menstruation, men have many complaints about this. They may have thought about making an "exception" once, but they are afraid that sexual intercourse during menstruation will cause problems to their bodies. So, can women have sex during menstruation?

Can women have sex during menstruation?

Some experts emphasize that it is best for women not to have sex during menstruation, otherwise it is easy to cause a series of inconveniences. Whether it is possible to have sex during menstruation is a very common question, especially among some young couples who have just got married. Usually, they have sex more frequently during the woman's menstrual period, so it is necessary to provide specific guidance on menstrual hygiene.

Menstruation is a physiological phenomenon unique to women. During the menstrual period, some changes occur in various parts of the human body. The most prominent changes are: reduced excitation of the cerebral cortex, weaker than usual resistance of the whole body; shedding and bleeding of the uterine endometrium in the sexual organs, dilation of the cervix, neutralization of alkaline menstruation, acidic environment in the vagina, and reduced vaginal acidity, which weakens the natural barrier function. If you have sex during menstruation, the following adverse effects may occur:

First, due to the excitement between the two parties, the insertion of the penis will cause hematoma in the female genitals, resulting in increased menstrual flow and prolonged menstruation;

Second, the male genitals may bring bacteria to the female vagina. Menstruation is an excellent breeding ground for bacteria and other microorganisms. Bacteria can easily grow along the uterine cavity, spread through numerous tiny wounds and ruptured blood vessels in the endometrium, and even invade the fallopian tubes and pelvic organs on both sides, causing unnecessary inconvenience to women.

Third, menstrual secretions enter the male urethra, which may also cause urethritis;

Fourth, sexual intercourse during menstruation, because the sperm and endometrial zinc oil meet with the overflowing red blood cells and even enter the blood, it can cause the formation of anti-sperm antigens, thus causing immune infertility and sterility;

Fifth, having sex during menstruation, because the uterus contracts during sexual intercourse, the residual endometrium can be squeezed into the pelvis, causing endometriosis and causing infertility.

Regarding the question of whether women can have sex during menstruation, the relevant personnel consulted a gynecologist. The expert's opinion is: Generally speaking, the chance of getting pregnant during menstruation is lower, but it is still possible to get pregnant. Also, during menstruation, women's body resistance is weaker, and sexual intercourse may cause inflammation, so sexual intercourse during menstruation is not recommended. Therefore, for the health of both parties and the health of fertility, sexual intercourse should be prohibited during menstruation under any circumstances.