Masturbation during menstruation is a relatively safe and beneficial activity when done in the right way. However, this does not mean that this activity is free from the risk of disease. Therefore, understand in advance the benefits and risks of masturbation during menstruation, as well as how to safely do it.
Masturbation is an act of stimulating oneself to get sexual satisfaction. In women, masturbation can be done by touching and feeling the genital organs, such as the clitoris, vulva, and vagina.
Although it sounds taboo, masturbation is actually a sexual activity that is considered normal and can be done at any time, including during menstruation.
Benefit Masturbation During Menstruation
Not only fun and provide sexual satisfaction in itself, masturbation can also provide the following benefits:
- Upgrade mood or mood
- Reduce stress
- Makes sleep better
- Relax body and mind
When you reach climax or orgasm while masturbating during your period, your body will produce endorphins, oxytocin, and dopamine. These hormones can make you more relaxed, calm, and can even reduce menstrual pain.
Some of the Health Risks of Masturbation During Menstruation
Although relatively safe and beneficial when done correctly, masturbation during menstruation still carries a risk of side effects. One of the risks is infection or irritation in the female area.
The following are some health problems that are at risk of arising from having sex or masturbation during menstruation:
Urinary tract infection
A woman who has sex or masturbates during menstruation can be at risk of developing a urinary tract infection or UTI. This is because bacteria can more easily enter the urinary tract through the urinary tract hole near the vagina.
Urinary tract infections or UTIs are most often caused by bacterial infections E. coli. When you have a UTI, you may experience symptoms such as pain when urinating, lower abdominal pain, anyang-anyangan, and sometimes a fever.
Bacterial Vaginosis
Bacterial vaginosis is a vaginal infection caused by an overgrowth of germs. Women who experience this disease will usually experience symptoms in the form of a sore and itchy vagina, pain when urinating, and vaginal discharge that is gray and smells fishy.
Research shows that women who do not keep their bodies and genitals clean during menstruation are more susceptible to bacterial vaginosis.
Sexually transmitted infections
Sexually transmitted infections are infections that are transmitted through sexual intercourse, whether vaginal, anal, or oral. Women who masturbate during menstruation are susceptible to contracting this disease if:
- Masturbation is done with a sexual partner who has an STI
- Masturbation using sex toys used by STI sufferers
This is because STIs can be transmitted through semen or vaginal fluids and menstrual blood infected with bacteria, viruses, or parasites that cause sexually transmitted infections.
How to Masturbate during the Correct Menstruation
The following are tips and how to masturbate during menstruation correctly and with minimal risk:
1. Pay attention to personal hygiene
When masturbating during menstruation, don't forget to wash your hands before and after masturbating, and make sure your fingernails are short and clean.
This is because long and sharp fingernails can injure the intimate area. In addition, if the fingernails are dirty, germs from the hands can cause infections in the female area.
2. Use sex toys with safe
You can use sex toys or sex toys while masturbating. However, if you want to use sex toys, as vibrator or dildos, make sure the sexual aids are clean and not used by other people. This is important to prevent infection in the intimate organs.
3. Use a tampon or menstrual cup
If possible, use a tampon or menstrual cup to accommodate and absorb menstrual blood that comes out of the vagina. Do not forget to also clean the vagina before and after masturbation.
4. Stimulate the sensitive part of the female area
Every woman has her own sensitive area. To increase the satisfaction you feel, you can masturbate by touching and playing with sensitive parts of your body, such as your breasts, nipples, or clitoris with your fingers or using a vibrator. You can also use a vaginal lubricant.
In addition to the right way as described above, masturbation during menstruation should not be done too often. This can cause the genitals to become irritated or hurt.
If you experience complaints, such as pain or itching in the female area, after masturbating during menstruation, you should immediately consult a doctor so that the appropriate treatment can be given.