Why do I bleed the first few times I have sex?

A woman may bleed when she has penetrative sex for the first time because of her hymen stretching or tearing. The hymen is a thin piece of skin that partially covers the entrance to the vagina. For some women, it may stretch or tear when they start having sex.

Is it normal to bleed after sex for the second time?

It is normal to bleed after sex if it your first time or if it has been awhile since your last sexual experience. However, if this is not the case, then bleeding after intercourse can be caused by trauma to the vagina, menstruation, a symptom of a sexually transmitted disease, or a cervical polyp.

Why did I bleed my second time?

During times of sexual arousal, the vagina increases moisture. If the vagina does not produce additional moisture or is dry, penetration during sex can cause excessive friction. This friction may damage the cervix or vaginal tissue and lead to bleeding during or after sex.

Can sex cause a miscarriage?

Having sex during pregnancy won’t provoke a miscarriage. Most miscarriages occur because the fetus isn’t developing normally.

Is it normal to bleed the first time you have sex?

It’s common — and totally normal — to bleed the first time you have penetrative sex, but many people don’t bleed at all. If you have a vagina, you might bleed because the penetration tears the hymen. The hymen is a membrane near the opening of your vagina.

Should I see a gynecologist for bleeding after sex?

There could be many reasons for bleeding after sex. Any reason needs medical evaluation, so a visit to a gynecologist is inevitable. Have you been to a gynecologist before? If not, this is the best time to start.

Is bleeding a good indicator of a woman’s virginity?

Most people believe that bleeding is a good indicator of a woman’s virginity. In other words, if a woman doesn’t bleed during what is expected to be her first experience with sexual intercourse, then it is no longer believed that the girl was previously a virgin,…

How often should a woman go to the doctor for vaginal bleeding?

You should know that every woman after turning 18 needs regular vaginal check-ups. They don’t have to be so often if there are no symptoms but once in 6 months-1 year would be sufficient. My vaginal bleeding was due to cervical polyps.