Contents:
- Medical Video: Adult Men: Sexual Activity & Intimacy with a Bleeding Disorder Q & A
- Is it safe for me to have sex?
- Do I avoid bleeding problems if I avoid penetrative sex?
- What signs of bleeding should I be aware of after having sex?
- Can I have sex when I menstruate?
- Am I more likely to contract venereal disease if I have a bleeding disorder?
- How to have safe sex for people with bleeding disorders?
Medical Video: Adult Men: Sexual Activity & Intimacy with a Bleeding Disorder Q & A
If you have a bleeding disorder, you may have questions about sex that are not just basic things. With the many questions you have about your bleeding disorders, it is better to ask for information directly from hematology, that is, doctors who specialize in blood disorders. Don't be shy to ask. They have heard everything about this problem.
Below we will discuss some of the most common individual questions of bleeding disorders related to sexual activity.
Is it safe for me to have sex?
Hemophilia generally does not affect sexual activity, although there is a slight risk of small genital bruises in those with more severe hemophilia. Sexual action can involve parts of the body that have many blood vessels (for example, mouth, genitals, anus) and you can experience bleeding anywhere in your bloodstream.
Sex, like most other heavy physical activities for people with bleeding disorders, and has the potential to cause bleeding in any part of the body or in each joint. After sex, some men experience pain in the lower back, stomach, pelvis and / or groin, and tingling or numbness in the thighs that occurs if they experience bleeding in the deep pelvic muscles of their body.
Do I avoid bleeding problems if I avoid penetrative sex?
Sexual activity other than penetrative sex may be less likely to cause bleeding. However, any activity that brings blood to the surface of the skin, such as kissing or sucking on the skin, can be a problem for people with bleeding disorders.
What signs of bleeding should I be aware of after having sex?
Sexual activity can cause bleeding anywhere in the body, including joints and muscles. However, there are several parts of the body that are very susceptible to bleeding during and after sex, and the signs and symptoms may not be seen immediately.
Men must be alert for any injury to the penis, which can be characterized by external bleeding, swelling, pain, and changes in urine color. If you have any of the signs and symptoms, contact your doctor as soon as possible. Sex can increase the risk of internal bleeding in the deep pelvic muscles in men who may be very difficult to recognize. After sex, some men experience lower back pain, stomach, pelvis, thighs and / or upper thigh pain, or numbness and tingling in the affected thigh if they bleed into the deepest pelvic muscles.
With deep bleeding into the pelvic muscles, there is a risk of damage to arteries, veins, and / or nerve damage due to compression of this structure by swollen muscles. Nerve damage can be permanent if not treated immediately. Deep pelvic muscles are large muscles, and because large muscles bleed, a lot of blood can be lost into the muscles, which causes low blood volume and potentially serious problems related to blood circulation. Deep muscle bleeding in the pelvis can be severe and / or life threatening and should be considered a medical emergency.
It is important to find the right treatment for muscle bleeding to protect the thigh muscles from nerve damage that might occur.
Can I have sex when I menstruate?
There is no reason why sexual intercourse cannot occur during menstruation. What's most important is that you and your partner are both comfortable with this relationship and that you are ready to be a little messy. Remember that it is still possible to get pregnant while you are menstruating, and there is always a risk of the spread of sexually transmitted diseases. Be sure to use a condom.
Am I more likely to contract venereal disease if I have a bleeding disorder?
No, the risk of contracting venereal disease is not higher because you have a bleeding disorder. However, regardless of your bleeding disorder, if you don't have safe sex, you are more likely to contract the disease, compared to couples who have safe sex.
How to have safe sex for people with bleeding disorders?
Although bleeding disorders are not contagious, venereal disease can be contagious. If you are HIV positive, or have hepatitis B or C, herpes, or other infectious conditions, let your partner know in advance. It is not only illegal to deliberately infect other people with this disease through unprotected sex, but your partner will thank you for your attention and respect your honesty.
For people with bleeding disorders, having safe sex also means that they must be alert for signs of injury or bleeding during and after sexual activity. People with bleeding disorders may experience bruising or bleeding in every part of the body for a long time. Men with bleeding disorders may experience bleeding around the inner pelvic muscles, in the lower back, thighs, and in the genitals.
Certain body positions during sex may weigh on your joints and muscles and can help you avoid bleeding. The safest position may be different for everyone. So, talk to your partner; You may have to try different positions before you know which ones are good for you. If you tend to get more bleeding in the muscles in the front of your body, ask your partner to hold his own weight during sexual intercourse. Sometimes using a pillow or other support tool can help you have sex safely and comfortably. Get to know your body so that you will be able to quickly detect injuries if they occur.
