Sex should make you feel good — not sick. But that’s not always the case. It happens to women and men, and it has a whole bunch of reasons behind it.
One common reason is that nausea may be triggered by pain and orgasm, or deep penetration. Other causes include: 1. Dehydration.
1. Dehydration
If you’re not drinking enough water or are prone to dehydration, it can lead to nausea after sex. If you’re feeling this way, try sipping on a glass of water and see if that helps. It’s also important to avoid food before having sex to prevent this from happening.
Another cause of nausea after sex could be the position you’re in during intercourse. It’s best to use lots of lube when having sex and make sure you’re not in a position that is too intense. This can cause pain in your pelvis and lead to a feeling of being sick to your stomach.
It’s not uncommon for people to feel nauseous after having sex due to the physical exertion and release of hormones. Nausea after sex is also associated with orgasm and can be caused by the uterus contracting in response to sexual activity. This can be a trigger for some women who have experienced traumatic or abusive childhood experiences and can lead to a sense of disgust, according to mental health counselor Chelsie Reed.
Many women assume that they’re pregnant if they feel nauseous after sex because morning sickness is typically the first sign of pregnancy, according to Mayo Clinic. However, it takes a while for semen to fertilize an egg and implant in the uterus.
2. Deep Penetration
Fireworks, a glow and complete feelings of satisfaction are what most of us expect after mind-blowing sex. So when we get nauseated instead, it’s normal to feel a little bit concerned. Nausea after sex is more common in women than in men, and it could be caused by several things.
For example, deep penetration can cause you to feel queasy because it involves the manipulation of your pelvic organs, which can make you uncomfortable. Additionally, the stimulation of the cervix and uterus can trigger the vagus nerve, which can result in nausea. Using plenty of lube can help reduce these symptoms, as well as communicating with your partner about how deep you want them to penetrate during sex.
Having a medical condition like endometriosis can also cause you to experience discomfort during and after sex. This is because the uterus lining tissue may grow outside of the uterine cavity, which can trigger pain during penetration. Additionally, some people with this condition may find it difficult to urinate because of the excess pressure on their urethra and bladder.
If you’re worried about your nausea after sex, it’s important to speak with a doctor. They can test you for a variety of STDs, including chlamydia and gonorrhea. They can also prescribe medication to ease the nausea and discomfort you’re feeling.
3. Sex Triggers
Sometimes nausea after sex can feel like it has to do with pregnancy, but this is actually quite rare. “Sex can trigger feelings of nausea, but it’s usually something else,” says Mulindwa. The reason is that the vagus nerve that begins all the way up at your eyes and extends down to your stomach and groin can be stimulated in ways that make you feel nauseous, she explains. For example, if you’re changing positions too quickly or are moving up and down or side to side without taking a breath, the sensation can make you feel nauseous because your brain is telling you that you’re not stable.
Likewise, emotional issues and sexual trauma can also cause you to feel queasy after sex. “If you are reminded of a past traumatic experience during sex, you may be overwhelmed by the emotion and it can make you feel sick to your stomach,” says Reed.
But if you’re sure it has nothing to do with pregnancy (especially since morning sickness typically doesn’t start until two weeks after your period is due), the best thing to do is work out what triggers your nausea. If it’s anxiety or stress, you can try using relaxation techniques like deep breathing exercises and meditation to help alleviate the symptoms. If it’s something medical, you can see your doctor who may recommend therapy or medication to help with the problem.
4. Anxiety
It’s one of the most frustrating things to deal with: feeling queasy after sex. But don’t worry – it doesn’t always mean something is wrong and it’s very common. There are lots of reasons you might feel this way, from what you eat or drink beforehand to any mental health conditions you may have that can affect your gut.
Deep penetration can also cause nausea because it involves stimulating the vagus nerve – a long nerve that runs from your head to your stomach and groin. This can cause feelings of nausea in both women and men, according to researchers.
If you’re using a lot of perfumes and scented lubes in the bedroom, they can be a culprit as well. So can sex that goes on for too long as it can make you dizzy.
It can be a sign of sexual aversion disorder which can stem from negative experiences in the past or off-putting thoughts about sex. If this is the case, it’s worth speaking to a therapist about how you can overcome these feelings so that you don’t experience nausea after sex again.
It’s also a myth that nausea after sex means you are pregnant because sperm and an egg have to combine for fertilisation to happen. Pregnancy symptoms can take up to two weeks to appear so don’t panic if you have nausea after sex, it probably isn’t a sign of pregnancy.
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