Why not having sex during menstruation will affect women's health

　　Menstruation is female It is a normal physiological characteristic and is also every woman’s best friend. There are many things to pay attention to during menstruation, and women know that they cannot have sex during menstruation. But many people don't understand the reasons why they can't have sex during menstruation. So some people ask why we can’t have sex during menstruation? How should women take care of themselves during their menstrual period? Next, I will introduce them one by one for your reference.

　　Why can't you have sex during menstruation?

　　1. cause Gynecology disease , and even cause infertility

　　during menstruation, Uterus The internal cervical os is open, and there is menstrual blood in the uterine cavity. If you have sex at this time, the bacteria carried by the male genitals will enter the female uterine cavity, and the bacteria in the female vagina will easily spread, easily causing inflammation of the vagina, uterus, fallopian tubes, pelvic cavity, and even systemic infection, causing adverse consequences. It can also cause endometriosis, leading to infertility occurrence.

　　2. Cause prolonged menstruation

　　Penile penetration can cause congestion in the female genitals, leading to increased menstrual flow and prolonged menstrual periods.

　　3. Cause urethritis

　　During menstrual period, urethritis is easily caused because the female urethral opening is close to the vagina.

　　4. Impact on the relationship between husband and wife

　　During menstruation, pelvic congestion can cause soreness in the waist and legs, and pain in the lower abdomen. distended pain Or discomfort. If you have sex at this time, it will inevitably increase the feeling of discomfort. If the husband wants to force sex, the wife will be very disgusted or even disgusted. Over time, it will affect the wife's sexual desire, which will further affect the relationship between husband and wife.

　　How should women take care of themselves during their menstrual period?

　　1. Maintain a peaceful mood and avoid depression

　　Some girls experience symptoms such as tension and anxiety before menstruation, especially those with Dysmenorrhea Women in history, so it is extremely important to maintain a good mood.

　　Friends who like reading can read some prose works, and friends who prefer music can quietly put on headphones, listen to music, and gently close their eyes to enter another spiritual world.

　　Women who are addicted to TV during menstruation are best to choose some relaxing TV programs or watch some exciting comedies, which will naturally make them feel better.

　　2. Ensure adequate sleep and avoid staying up late

　　Insufficient sleep is a common thing for modern women, not to mention that during menstruation, women with normal menstruation may find it difficult to sleep as carefree as before, so they must go to bed early during menstruation.

　　Adequate sleep can not only relieve menstrual discomfort, but also ensure that you are energetic for work and life the next day.

　　3. Keep warm and avoid getting wet or cold

　　During menstruation, you should pay attention to keep warm and avoid getting wet and cold. The specific introduction is as follows:

　　During the menstrual period, you often experience discomforts such as backache, lower abdominal distension, and general weakness. The body's resistance decreases and you are prone to some diseases. You should pay attention to avoid getting wet or cold, such as rain, dripping water, cold water bathing, swimming, and working outdoors for a long time on cold days.

　　Super cold stimulation can cause Menstrual disorders , often being in a damp and cold environment can cause excessive menstrual bleeding, prolonged menstruation, or induce other diseases.

　　4. Exercise in moderation and avoid strenuous exercise and overexertion.

　　How should women take care of themselves during menstruation? During menstruation, you can study and work as usual, and you can also participate in appropriate sports. exercise。

　　You can do some light physical labor and walking and other appropriate activities, but you should avoid strenuous exercise and heavy physical labor, overwork, and avoid increasing abdominal pressure and pelvic shock to reduce bleeding.

　　Therefore, when cleaning private parts during menstruation, just use warm water.

　　5. Use warm water to keep the vulva clean and avoid using lotion.

　　During the menstrual period, it is very important to keep the private parts clean and hygienic. Some women use some lotion to clean their vulva, or perform vaginal lavage.

　　These lotions are claimed to have bactericidal/antibacterial effects and can remove odors, and some also contain mint and other ingredients to make you feel extra refreshed after washing.

　　But this approach is completely wrong. Those lotions that “distinguish between friend and foe” will not only kill and wash away the lactobacilli that are beneficial to maintaining the acidic vaginal environment, but will also allow some pathogenic bacteria from the vulva to take advantage of this and enter the vagina, uterus, fallopian tubes, and pelvic cavity, causing inflammation.