Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Causes Bloating During Sex A Week Before Periods?
About a week or so before my period, whenever i have sex, my stomach becomes extremely bloated, so i look about six months pregnant, and the pain is so bad sometimes i cant move for around half an hour afterwards. I visited my gp who couldnt give me an answer as to what it could be, she said she had never came across this before and dismissed it as nothing to worry about. Its been happening for six months now, and i cant stand it anymore
Tue, 19 Mar 2019
Hello,
Many women complain of bloating a few weeks before periods. This is because of the hormonal changes, the progesterone level falls about a week before the periods. If you have unprotected sex, the Prostaglandins present in the semen can cause bloating.
To stay comfortable -
1. Avoid taking salty food or restrict your salt intake, the salt intake will trigger water retention & cause swelling & bloating.
2. Take food rich in calcium or magnesium or its supplements.
3. Take food rich in potassium, banana, apricots, oranges, raisins, dry fruits, etc.
4. Take natural diuretics like Ginger, caffeine, cucumber, parsley, etc.
5. Keep yourself well hydrated & exercise regularly.
6. Avoid oily food.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician
Many women complain of bloating a few weeks before periods. This is because of the hormonal changes, the progesterone level falls about a week before the periods. If you have unprotected sex, the Prostaglandins present in the semen can cause bloating.
To stay comfortable -
1. Avoid taking salty food or restrict your salt intake, the salt intake will trigger water retention & cause swelling & bloating.
2. Take food rich in calcium or magnesium or its supplements.
3. Take food rich in potassium, banana, apricots, oranges, raisins, dry fruits, etc.
4. Take natural diuretics like Ginger, caffeine, cucumber, parsley, etc.
5. Keep yourself well hydrated & exercise regularly.
6. Avoid oily food.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician
I find this answer helpful
Note: Revert back with your gynae reports to get a clear medical analysis by our expert Gynecologic Oncologist. Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....