Health Steward Q&A Women’s Health Menstrual Health

Can women have sex during menstruation? Do they need to pay attention to hygiene?

Asked by:Wyvern

Asked on:Apr 16, 2026 07:23 AM

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  • Bolton Bolton

    Apr 16, 2026

      Sex during menstruation has always been a controversial topic, with some believing it's OK and others taking the opposite view. Here are some medical perspectives on this topic.

      First of all, sexual intercourse during menstruation does not harm the body healthy cause any impact. During sexual intercourse, Uterus The neck will open, but during menstruation, the cervix is ​​fully open, which means sex has no effect on menstrual flow. also, female There is no harm done during menstruation, and sexual intercourse does not increase infection or disease risk.

      However, some women may not want to have sex during menstruation because of the discomfort and pain associated with menstruation. These discomforts include: stomach achelow back pain and headaches, these discomforts can be uncomfortable for women and may have a negative impact on their sexual desire. Therefore, women do not have to force themselves to have sex during menstruation even if there is no medical impact on their health.

      In addition, sexual intercourse requires hygiene at all times. During menstruation, women need to pay more attention to personal hygiene. Methods such as using sanitary napkins or internal tampons can avoid leakage of blood and prevent the risk of infection.

      Generally speaking, from a medical point of view, women can have sex during menstruation without any impact on their health. However, if a woman feels unwell during her period, there is no need to force herself to have sex. Finally, be sure to pay attention to personal hygiene to stay healthy.