Patient's question:
Can you have sex during your period? This is the first time I've had sex during my period. It was the second day of my period, and there was a lot of flow. We had sex after washing dry. Is there any problem?Doctor's answer:
Having sex during menstruation is very dangerous. During menstruation, the endometrium has wounds, the cervix is relaxed, and the cervical mucus plug falls off. Additionally, menstrual blood can alter the vaginal acidity, disrupt the vaginal self-cleaning function, and serve as a favorable medium for pathogenic bacteria to multiply. These factors indicate that a woman's natural defense mechanisms in the reproductive tract are significantly disrupted during menstruation, reducing her ability to defend against infections. Sexual activity can lead to severe infections and even affect fertility, making it absolutely necessary to avoid it.