Sex while a woman is menstruating is avoided. Most of them find the situation around menstrual blood, pads and tampons not very comfortable. There are also religious beliefs, according to which a woman is “unclean” during this period. However, sex during menstruation is a natural and somewhat safe act that does not harm either partner. Due to a change in hormone levels, during the first few days of menstruation, women may experience increased sexual desire, which can make the experience more exciting for both partners. Many women report that their period ends earlier than if they did not have sex during this period. This is most likely due to the muscle spasms during orgasm that allow the blood to drain faster. When having sex during menstruation, it is more than advisable to use a condom, since the risk of infections is much greater, even if neither partner has pronounced symptoms of a sexually transmitted disease. Naturally, during this period, the acidity of the vagina is lowered, which again increases the risk of fungal or bacterial infections for the woman. In addition, the cervix is ​​slightly dilated to allow the passage of menstrual blood. This expansion creates conditions for viruses and bacteria to enter the uterus and pelvic area. NEWS_MORE_BOX A woman can get pregnant at any time of the menstrual cycle, even during menstruation. This is a rare individual feature of the cycle, when the follicular period is too short, and the menstrual bleeding is longer. Then ovulation coincides with one of the last “flowering” days.