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Is It Safe To Have Sex During Periods?

Hello Doc! Is it safe to have sex during periods? or is there any side effects?
Mon, 11 Jul 2011
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General & Family Physician 's  Response
Hello ruchi;
welcome to HealthcareMagic
The main reason to avoid sex during periods is basically the increased chances of vaginal infection otherwise you can do it with protection when needed.To avoid sexually transmitted diseases and vaginal infections it is important to use protection .
Thanks
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General & Family Physician Dr. Ramesh M.Vachharajani's  Response
Hi,Ruchi,
Thanks for query,
It is safe to have sex during period.
There is chance of infection some time.
ok and bye.
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General & Family Physician Dr. Sumanth.P's  Response
Hello,

Thanks for your query.

There Is no problem In having sexual Intercourse during periods.

You do not have any side effects.

Only thing Is maintain cleanliness, that Is by cleaning your private parts before and after Intercourse.

And void urine post Intercourse,this Is a general tip to be followed by both partners and during all days.

There are no restrictions during periods.

Hope I have answered your query.

I will be available for your followup queries if any.

Wishing you good health.

Regards,

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Is It Safe To Have Sex During Periods?

Hello ruchi; welcome to HealthcareMagic The main reason to avoid sex during periods is basically the increased chances of vaginal infection otherwise you can do it with protection when needed.To avoid sexually transmitted diseases and vaginal infections it is important to use protection . Thanks