Interrupted intercourse - consequences for the body of men and women

To protect against unplanned pregnancy, sex partners use different methods of contraception. Coitus interruptus is a pregnancy avoidance method that involves ejaculating outside the woman's vagina. 1 Few people know how effective such protection is, whether there is a possibility of fertilization, whether it implies harm to health and what doctors think about it.

What does "coitus interruptus" mean

Coitus interruptus (PA) is a traditional sex, at the end of which, before orgasm, the man completes frictions, and ejaculation occurs outside the vagina. In this way, from ancient times until today, men are protected from the onset of unwanted conception. 2

PPA is not an officially recognized method of protection, because it has been proven that it does not protect against viruses and infections that are sexually transmitted, and also cannot give a 100% guarantee of the impossibility of conceiving a fetus. Only the guy who knows how to control erection and the onset of ejaculation, feeling its approach, can practice interrupted intercourse. 3

It is believed that the use of condoms dulls the sensitivity and brightness of intercourse, which is why many couples prefer PPA. Despite the great popularity of this method of preventing pregnancy, there are many opinions that it is harmful to men's health, negatively affecting potency, and the degree of effectiveness is not high enough.

For reference! Statistical information confirms that today more than 70% of couples practice interrupted intercourse as an opportunity to protect themselves from pregnancy. Practice shows that among 100 women, 18 and more become pregnant in a year.

Is it possible to get pregnant with PPA, what are the chances

All contraceptive options practitioners undergo testing and research, and their effectiveness is measured by the Pearl Index. The method of analysis involves taking as an example 1000 girls of reproductive age, using different methods of contraception, in order to check how many of them will become pregnant during the year. 2

PPA, as an option to protect against pregnancy, also undergoes annual studies to determine the degree of effectiveness. Among couples aged + -30 years, its percentage of reliability averaged 73%, which is equal to an index of 27. In comparison, the effectiveness of condoms is 85-98%, that is, an index of 2-15. Conception of a child through interrupted intercourse is possible, the risk is influenced by:

• partners health;
• guy's self-control;
• degree of sexual desire;
• monthly partners;
• hygiene.

Every fourth woman became pregnant, being the sexual partner of the guru of interrupted sex, this is also statistics. Regardless of whether there was a previous orgasm or not, sperm are already present in the natural lubricant released at the beginning of intercourse due to arousal, but with low motility. How tenacious and mobile they are is directly influenced by the guy's lifestyle.

Despite their low mobility, there are certain conditions that favor conception. Gynecology believes that during ovulation, as well as about 5 days before the menstrual cycle, fertilization is possible even with semi-living sex cells. Using the cycle calendar, you need to calculate the dangerous periods and not use PPA.

It is necessary to avoid it in other cases as well:

• with prolonged abstinence, due to which the guy can become overly aroused, losing control over all processes of intercourse;
• in the presence of such a problem as premature ejaculation and increased sensitivity of the head of the genital organ;
• if you have recently had sex with ejaculation, as sperm may remain in the urogenital canal.

In 60% of abortion cases, it is pregnancy with PAD that leads to such a decision. To avoid conception, a man needs to observe personal hygiene, removing sperm residues after intimacy, and a girl to monitor dangerous periods of ovulation, and if sperm gets into the vagina, use quick-acting spermicidal drugs. 4

Coitus interruptus: consequences for men

There are many theories and assumptions that a man will face a lot of unpleasant consequences after interrupted intercourse.

Scientists have conducted many studies, after which they found that constant practices of incomplete sex provoke a number of negative changes:

• CNS. The most serious danger involves wear and tear of the nervous system, as the partner has to constantly monitor his body, not allowing himself to fully relax. In the worst case, the decision to protect yourself in this way will lead to physical and nervous exhaustion.
• Libido. By interrupting the process of ejaculation and orgasm, a man deprives himself of the whole gamut of feelings and pleasure, which affects libido.Physiology and instincts do not receive the proper response, which reduces attraction.
• Prostatitis. Medical specialists have proven that PPA leads to a slowdown in venous outflow, which over time provokes capillary damage and impaired blood circulation in the prostate gland. It begins to gradually increase in size, interfering with normal urination. And this already leads to a stagnant form of prostatitis.
• Premature ejaculation. Regular blocking of arousal at the very peak of intercourse disrupts the natural processes of arousal and inhibition of the nervous system. Gradually, such changes lead to the development of psychogenic premature ejaculation.
• Infections. The chances of contracting sexually transmitted infections are extremely high when it comes to casual and promiscuous relationships. In this case, a condom is more appropriate as a means of protection if the guy is not confident enough in his partner.
• Potency. Studies have shown that the method of such protection from pregnancy is bad for potency. Constant practice leads to a decrease in the vascular tone in the penis area, which sooner or later leads to impotence.

Damage of this magnitude can be expected only when the "protection" of the PPA will be applied on a regular basis for a long time. 3

Why PPA is still dangerous

The girl also suffers from the negative consequences of interrupted frictions. A member, leaving the vagina during the maximum pleasure of a man, does not allow the partner to experience an orgasm in more than half of the cases. Accordingly, the harm of such practice reduces the level of libido and activity not only for him, but also for her.

There are several more points, why the described method of protection is dangerous:

• high chances of pregnancy (about 30% of women);
• maximum risks of infection (100% for both partners);
• inability to get full satisfaction from intimacy;
• tension about ejaculation control and fear of conception;
• the absence of a female orgasm contradicts the normal functioning of many vital processes (especially hormonal levels, the central nervous system, the reproductive system).

If we summarize all the points of harm, we can say that interrupted intercourse negatively affects the entire physiology of both him and her. It is impossible to change the processes of excitation and inhibition so dramatically, since this is not reflected in the best link on the nervous and reproductive systems. Sexual dissatisfaction is indirectly the cause of other diseases. 2

Main pros and cons

To once again cock all the pros and cons of this method of contraception, you should compare its main advantages and disadvantages. It is easy to explain why most couples choose this method of preventing pregnancy with a few arguments:

• availability, since the method is free, does not require physical or financial costs;
• a woman does not need to follow the cycle, calculate dangerous and safe periods, take oral contraceptives;
• more vivid impressions during the process, as opposed to using condoms, since all sensations during intimacy are natural;
• can be used in conjunction with other protection options to increase efficiency.

PPA is appropriate after childbirth, when hormone pills are prohibited by the doctor, and it can also be an alternative if you are allergic to latex condom.

Delayed ejaculation and ejaculation outside the vagina has a number of disadvantages:

• high risks of improper abstinence and pregnancy as a result;
• with strong arousal, it is difficult to relax in order to enjoy frictions;
• the possibility of contracting sexually transmitted diseases;
• a girl has difficulty reaching orgasm;
• inexperienced young guys cannot reliably control actions;
• in the absence of self-control and the onset of premature orgasm, the method is ineffective.

Despite all the advantages and disadvantages, it is difficult to say unequivocally whether such protection is appropriate during sex. Much depends on the man himself and compliance with the warnings from specialists. 2

Opinion of doctors

Doctors often negatively regard this method of preventing fertilization. 4 Given the low efficiency, PPA justifies itself at least a little and is appropriate only in one of the cases:

• if we are talking about a married couple (without fear of getting pregnant);
• with low sensitivity of the glans penis (when the penis falls in the condom).

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