3 intimate habits of husbands that may increase wives’ ri.sk of cer.vical can.cer: Stop before it’s too late

3 Intimate Habits of Husbands That May Increase Wives’ Risk of Cervical Can.cer: Stop Before It’s Too Late

Some unhealthy habits during intimacy may be a hidden cause of cervical cancer in women. It’s important to be aware and take precautions.

1. Having Intercourse During Menstruation

A real-life story of Xiao Le, 33 years old: She had been happily married for 5 years. However, over the past two months, she began experiencing persistent lower abdominal pain and unusual vaginal bleeding. Assuming it was a minor hormonal issue, she postponed visiting the doctor. On top of that, the couple had frequent sexual activity, which made her delay even more.

Eventually, the pain became unbearable, and she had no choice but to go to the hospital. When she regained consciousness, the doctor immediately advised her to go to a central hospital for cancer screening.

After undergoing a series of tests, Xiao Le was diagnosed with stage 3 cervical cancer. Shockingly, her medical history revealed that the main contributing factor was closely related to her husband — specifically, the couple’s unhealthy intimate habits.

It turned out that her husband had a high libido and would often request intimacy even during her menstrual period. Out of affection, Xiao Le complied, and this became a regular practice for nearly a decade.

However, her doctor warned that intercourse during menstruation is extremely harmful to a woman’s health. During menstruation, the uterine lining is highly sensitive and vulnerable to damage. Having sex — especially if rough — can cause tears, bleeding, or cervical infections. If this continues over time without proper treatment, it can develop into cervical cancer.

Moreover, the cervix is more open during menstruation, the vaginal environment is moist, and hormonal changes make it easier for bacteria and viruses to invade. Common infections during this time include yeast infections and HPV (Human Papillomavirus) — both of which are high-risk factors for cervical diseases, particularly cervical cancer.

In short, having intercourse during menstruation is dangerous. Any couple practicing this habit should stop immediately before it leads to serious health consequences.