Is it okay to have sex with a condom after a miscarriage?
Nov 23, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Lu
Introduction
If a woman's body has fully recovered after a miscarriage, without any abnormal vaginal bleeding, abdominal pain, or other symptoms, and a physician has confirmed that the endometrium has returned to normal, then sexual intercourse using condoms may be considered. If the body has not yet recovered, sexual intercourse is not recommended. Following a miscarriage, the cervix remains open.
Generally, after a miscarriage, sexual intercourse with condom use may be considered if the body has fully recovered; however, if recovery hasn't occurred, sexual activity is not recommended. The explanation is as follows:
If a woman's body has fully recovered after a miscarriage without experiencing abnormal vaginal bleeding, abdominal pain or other symptoms, and a physician has confirmed that the endometrium has returned to normal, then sexual intercourse with condom use may be considered. However, it is recommended to wait for at least two weeks to ensure the cervix has completely closed, thus reducing the risk of infection.
After a miscarriage, a woman's reproductive organs, including the uterus and pelvic cavity, require time to recover. Particularly the endometrium, which usually takes about a month to regenerate. If the body hasn't recovered, sexual activity is not advised. Following a miscarriage, the cervix remains open, and there may be retained blood or lochia discharging from the uterine cavity. Sexual intercourse at this stage, even with condom use, may lead to retrograde bacterial infection.
One month after the miscarriage procedure, and after menstrual cycle has resumed and completed, a follow-up visit to the hospital is recommended. Only after a physician evaluates that the body has recovered well should sexual activity be considered.
