Most Common Sexual Injuries Revealed: 42% of People Report Experiencing at Least One

Sexual activity, while intended for pleasure, can sometimes lead to injuries, according to a recent survey. Research conducted by sex toy retailer Love Honey on 1003 adults revealed that a significant 42% have experienced at least one sexual injury. The study indicates that women are more susceptible, with 47% reporting injuries compared to 33% of men. Furthermore, individuals between the ages of 25 and 35 were identified as the most vulnerable demographic.

The most frequently reported injuries include bruises (33%), scratches (31%), and urinary tract infections (29%). Interestingly, penetrative sex was not the sole cause; nearly half of the male respondents admitted to sustaining injuries during oral sex, a figure significantly higher than the 17% reported by women. This highlights the diverse range of activities that can lead to physical harm.

Sexologist Chantelle Otten offers guidance to mitigate these risks. For bruises, often caused by love bites or rough sex, she advises caution and suggests applying ice or taking paracetamol if pain occurs. To prevent urinary tract infections, women are advised to urinate before and after sex, while men should wait 15 minutes post-intercourse. Otten also stresses the importance of adequate arousal, lubrication, and gentle stretching to avoid vaginal injuries, which affected 18% of women in the survey.

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Žene mogu znatno smanjiti šanse za dobivanje urinarne infekcije ako mokre prije i nakon seksa, jer se time ispiru neželjene bakterije iz uretre.