What is blood loss after sex?

Blood loss after sex, also called contact bleeding, can have several causes. It can occur as a result of irritation, a minor wound or an underlying infection. Although blood loss is often harmless, it can also indicate a problem such as an STI or abnormalities of the cervix.

Possible causes of blood loss

Bloedverlies kan bijvoorbeeld ontstaan door irritatie of kleine wondjes aan de baarmoederhals of vagina. Deze kwetsbare plekken kunnen door seksueel contact makkelijk geïrriteerd raken. Verder kunnen soa’s zoals chlamydia en gonorroe ook bloedverlies veroorzaken. Sommige mensen merken daarnaast hormonale schommelingen op die tot bloedverlies kunnen leiden. Als je nog andere klachten hebt bijvoorbeeld

• a burning sensation,
• pain when urinating,
• itching,
• abnormal discharge,
• blood during sex or blood loss after intercourse,
• bleeding between periods,
• experience mucus or pus, it is always wise to test for STIs.

When should you worry?

Bleeding once after sex does not have to be immediately worrisome. If it happens more often or if you have pain or other symptoms in addition, it may be wise to have it investigated. After all, blood loss can also be a symptom of STIs that require further investigation to rule out more serious health problems.

At OneDayClinic you can get a quick and anonymous STI test, with no waiting time. With easy accessibility, you get clarity quickly.

What can you do yourself?

Keep track of how often and to what extent you experience bleeding. If necessary, discuss it with your partner and consult your doctor if it happens more often. You can also visit OneDayClinic daily for an STI test without waiting. This is especially convenient if you want quick clarity without having to wait long.

Are you suffering from bleeding after sex and want to know quickly if it's an STI? At OneDayClinic, you can get an STI test daily and anonymously.