New Health Experts Q&A Women’s Health Menstrual Health

What kind of harm will sexual intercourse bring during menstruation?

Asked by:Nora

Asked on:Mar 31, 2026 12:03 AM

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  • Estelle Estelle

    Mar 31, 2026

      Sex expert answers:

    What is raised here is a very common problem, especially among some young couples who have just married, the frequency of uneasiness during menstrual intercourse will appear more frequently.

    Menstruation is female It is a unique physiological phenomenon. During the menstrual period, various parts of the body will undergo some changes. The most prominent change is: the excitability of the cerebral cortex is reduced, and the body's resistance is worse than usual.

    in genitals Uterus The endometrium sloughs off and bleeds, the uterine orifice opens, and the alkaline menstrual blood neutralizes the acidic environment of the vagina. The acidity of the vagina decreases, weakening the natural barrier function.

     If you have sex during menstruation, the following adverse consequences will occur:

    1. Sexual intercourse at this time, male The genitals may bring bacteria into the vagina. Menstrual blood is a good culture medium for bacteria and other microorganisms. Bacteria can easily breed and spread along many tiny wounds and broken small blood vessels in the endometrium, infecting the endometrium and even involving the fallopian tubes and pelvic organs, thus causing unnecessary trouble to the woman.

    2. Due to the excitement of both parties, penile insertion will cause congestion of the female genitals, leading to increased menstrual flow and prolonged menstruation.

    3. Menstrual secretions entering the male urethra may also cause urethritis.

    4. During menstruation, due to uterine contraction during sexual impulse, endometrial fragments can be squeezed into the pelvic cavity, causing endometriosis, leading to infertility occurrence.

    5. Having sex during menstruation, because sperm When the damaged part of the endometrium meets the overflowing blood cells and even enters the blood, it can induce the production of anti-sperm antibodies, leading to immune infertility , infertility.

    Therefore, for the sake of both parties' health and common future, do not break that rule. If necessary, you can also help your husband masturbate to release his "excessive sexual desire" state. But no matter what the circumstances, sexual intercourse during menstruation should be prohibited.