Patient's question:
Due to work reasons, my husband and I have been living separately. We finally managed to meet, and it's really good that he came back. However, I was on my period, and I didn't agree to having sex. But my husband kept talking and talking, and we ended up having sex recently. I'm very worried about getting a gynecological disease. I want to know if there are any benefits to having sex during menstruation.What kind of help do I need: What are the benefits of having sex during menstruation?
Doctor's answer:
It is not advisable during the menstrual period. Sexual activity during menstruation can lead to adverse consequences. Firstly, the insertion of the penis will cause congestion in the female reproductive organs, resulting in increased menstrual flow and prolonged menstruation. 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. They can spread along the numerous small wounds and broken blood vessels in the endometrium, infecting the endometrium and potentially affecting the fallopian tubes and pelvic organs, thereby causing harm to the woman. Additionally, menstrual secretions entering the male urethra may also lead to the development of urethritis. Furthermore, during menstrual intercourse, sperm may encounter damaged areas of the endometrium and even spill into the bloodstream.