Patient's question:
I had sexual intercourse on the sixth day of my period last month. Will I get pregnant?Doctor's answer:
No, in this case, the possibility of pregnancy is very low. Three to seven days after the menstrual cycle, you can use a pregnancy test kit to determine if you are pregnant, or you can go to the hospital for a blood test, which can be done ten days after intercourse. This is the earliest method to confirm pregnancy. Engaging in sexual activity during menstruation can lead to adverse consequences. Firstly, the insertion of the penis will cause the female reproductive organs to become congested, leading to increased menstrual flow and prolonged periods. Secondly, the male reproductive organs may introduce bacteria into the vagina. Menstrual blood is an excellent breeding ground for bacteria and other microorganisms, making it easy for bacteria to multiply and spread along the endometrium through many small wounds and broken capillaries, potentially infecting the endometrium and even affecting the fallopian tubes and pelvic organs, thereby causing harm to the woman. Additionally, menstrual secretions entering the male urethra may also cause urethritis. Furthermore, during menstrual intercourse, sperm may encounter damaged endometrium and spilled blood cells, even entering the bloodstream.