Will having sex during menstruation cause infertility?

The menstrual period is a special period for women and they should pay attention to many aspects. For example, it is recommended not to eat cold food, not to come into contact with cold water, not to take a bath, not to wash your hair, not to get cold, etc., and it is also very important not to have sex with your partner during menstruation. Having sex during menstruation can easily cause infection in women and lead to many later harms. So, will having sex during menstruation cause infertility?

What is the chance of infertility during menstruation?

If you have sex during your menstrual period, it is impossible to clearly say how likely you are to be infertile. Because generally speaking, the possibility of infection during menstruation is relatively high, but the possibility of infertility is not high. It is recommended that you avoid having sex during your menstrual period in the future to avoid infection and secondary infertility. The reason why having sex during menstruation leads to infertility is the production of anti-sperm antibodies.

The harm of having sex during menstruation

1. Heavy menstrual bleeding and prolonged menstrual period

Due to the excitement of both parties, the insertion of the penis will cause the female genitals to become congested, leading to increased menstrual flow and prolonged menstrual period.

2. Endometrial infection

During sexual intercourse at this time, the male reproductive organ may bring bacteria into the vagina. Menstrual blood is a good culture medium for bacteria and other microorganisms. Bacteria can easily multiply and spread along the many tiny wounds and ruptured blood vessels in the endometrium, infecting the endometrium and even affecting the fallopian tubes and pelvic organs, thus causing unnecessary trouble to the woman.

3. Causes male urethritis

Menstrual secretions entering the male urethra may also cause urethritis.

4. Cause infertility

Having sex during menstruation may cause sperm to meet the damaged endometrium and overflowing blood cells, and even enter the blood, which may induce the production of anti-sperm antibodies, leading to immune infertility and sterility. Having sex during menstruation can cause uterine contraction during sexual impulses, which can squeeze endometrial fragments into the pelvic cavity, causing endometriosis and leading to infertility.

The chance of infertility due to sexual intercourse during menstruation cannot be clearly stated, but it can cause infertility, so we advise everyone to avoid sexual intercourse during menstruation. Waiting until two or three days after the menstrual period ends before having sex is for the sake of women’s safety and to reduce the occurrence of infertility. Once again, I would like to remind female friends that menstruation is a special period and you must pay attention to the issues during this period, otherwise it will affect your future health.