Patient's question:
I got married last year. Recently, I've been experiencing lower abdominal pain, especially during my period. I'm very worried about it affecting my fertility, and I'm also extremely sensitive to cold and coldness.What happens if a woman has no sexual activity for a long time?
Doctor's answer:
Sex is a physiological need. Like men, female sexual function also faces the issue of gradual decline with prolonged inactivity. Although "flowers don't last forever," sexual organs, like other parts of the human body, can "rust" with infrequent use but "shine brighter" with regular use. If women are in a state of long-term sexual suppression, the Bartholin's glands may prematurely degenerate, and hormone levels will also decline due to lack of normal stimulation. This is primarily reflected in insufficient vaginal lubrication and congestion during intercourse, difficulty in sexual arousal, and the absence of lubricated friction, leading to vaginal dryness and pain. Consequently, sexual activity may be avoided, or women may refuse their partner's normal sexual demands. Additionally, hormonal imbalance can disrupt the menstrual cycle. Moreover, a lack of sexual fulfillment may strain marital relationships and even lead to the breakdown of the family.