9 common sex injuries and how to treat them

COMMON SEX INJURIES AND HOW TO TREAT THEM: Sex is supposed to be pleasurable and injuries are the last thing on your mind when you engage in it. Well, it’s time you know that there are indeed situations when sex can get downright hazardous. Sex injuries happen much more often than you think. Read on to know 9 common sex injuries and their solution so that you know what to do when it occurs (you never know!).

VAGINAL TEARS: Vaginal tears are painful. In severe cases, they can also cause bleeding and infection. Vaginal tears usually happen when your girl is not lubricated enough.

Though these tears are painful, in most cases they heal quickly. But if a day or two pass and the pain and bleeding doesn’t go away, meet your gynae. And do not forget to have more foreplay or use a lube before you hit the sheets again.

ANAL TEARS: Anal tears also happen due to the same reason, lack of lubrication. Anal isn’t self-lubricating and thus needs an artificial lube if you are engaging in anal sex. Anal tears can be more harmful than vaginal tears as anus has more harmful bacteria.

SORENESS IN VAGINA: Soreness in the vagina after a sizzling hot session with your partner is very common. Soaking in lube warm water can help ease vaginal soreness, achiness and stinging. A lot of rapid thrusting and a rough session can be the reason behind the same. A painkiller can be taken in case of extreme pain or the best is to go and consult your doctor.

PENILE FRACTURE: A penis cannot exactly be fractured as it has no bones. Penile fracture happens when an erect penis is bent forcefully, which breaks the blood-filled chambers inside. You may hear a popping or cracking noise when that happens and obviously, your partner groaning in pain. Use an ice pack right away and head to the doctor.

Penile fracture is a rare sex injury and happens mostly when the women is on the top. Maybe now you want to rethink being on the top.

MUSCLE CRAMPS: Sex is a physical activity which definitely can lead to muscle cramps. The body parts mostly cramped during the sexual intercourse are legs and thighs (you know why). Walk around, stretch or maybe take a painkiller if you can’t bear the pain. Change position so that your body doesn’t have to remain in one position which can lead to cramps.

HEART ATTACK: The most serious sex injury is heart attack. Having sex demands you to be fit, especially if you like experimenting. If you have had a heart attack in the past or have any other cardio problems, meet your doctor to know if you can perform the act safely. It’s men who usually suffer a heart attack during sex.

If you feel your partner is experiencing any kind of discomfort (chest pain, dizziness, breathlessness), play it safe.

SLIPPING IN THE SHOWER: Falling while doing the soapy rub with your partner in the bathroom can be dangerous. Try not to put too much soap and use non-skid mat if you wish to do it in the shower.

CARPET/RUG BURN: Doing sex anywhere apart from your mattress can be fun but doing it on the floor can give you rug burns. Your skin may get itchy and red. If you experience symptoms like this after sex, wash the area with a disinfectant soap and cover it with a bandage or an antibacterial cream so as to prevent any kind of infection.