Menstrual Period - Is It Hygienic To Have Sex During It?

Menstruation comes with its own baggage. So if you find you have any of the symptoms of cramps, feeling of sadness or a bout of depression, the sexual intercourse may prove to be beneficial. As orgasms release endorphins which include feel-good hormones like oxytocin and dopamine, there is a chance that these will help to tackle period-related symptoms. There is no harm in trying; you never know what will work.

Studies have suggested that a woman has an increased sex drive during her menstruation period. The estrogen level is at an all-time low in the beginning of the period, however, over the week the estrogen level rises along with her testosterone level which accumulates to make her more turned on than usual. Moreover, there is an increase in blood flow over her genital region, making it more active than usual. Make sure both you and your partner are comfortable with the whole situation before engaging sexually.

These are all old wives tales that menstruation blood is dirty and full of impurities that can harm the penis. In reality, menstrual blood is healthy blood and composes of discarded tissues that line the uterus each month in preparation for pregnancy. When the penis comes in contact with this blood it never harms it. So it s up to you and your partner s preference rather than anything else that should be the governing factor in this regard. STDs and other diseases can still affect you during menstruation. So safe sex is always advised.

Even though the chances of getting pregnant are thin, but you can get pregnant if you have sex during your period. Since you are several days away from ovulating, doctors say that you won t get pregnant. However, if you have a shorter menstrual cycle and you have sex towards the end of your period, then you may get pregnant as the sperm stays viable up to 4 or 5 days in your vagina. This is not the optimal time to get pregnant.