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Sex with a Herniated Disc
Sex with a herniated disc might be difficult or less enjoyable, especially if the
bulging disc
is located in the lower lumbar region.
Herniated discs in the lower back
sometimes causes problematic consequences which can affect a person’s sex life, including pain and uncomfortable neurological symptoms.
Sex with a Herniated Disc ProblemThe actual spinal nerves which control sexual function are located in the sacral spinal region and are not generally affected by herniations or degeneration. However, sympathetic pain from lower lumbar herniations can and often does affect sexual performance. Sex with a Herniated Disc SolutionIt is important to talk to your doctor if you find your chronic back pain interfering with your sex life. Your physician might have some valuable advice which might help facilitate a more enjoyable experience for you and your partner. It is fine to try out some new positions or activities, since certain methods of sexual interaction might work better than others for you.Try to avoid getting stressed over the fact that your herniated disc is affecting your sexual expression. Conscious stress can be very painful and might contribute to the symptomatic profile of the disc. Worse yet, repressed stress can actually cause back pain to begin with and is often the underlying reason for the symptoms in many patients. Psychological stress about sex is very sensitive and is just the kind of emotion which is almost sure to worsen your pain… Sex with a Herniated Disc AdviceThe key to getting through a tough time with your partner is open communication. Do not keep your thoughts, feelings, fears and insecurities bottled up inside. Instead, share them with your partner and thank them for being patient and supportive of you in your time of need. Additionally, encourage your partner to share their thoughts and feelings on the matter and help to work out some potential solutions for your shared situation.There is sex after a herniated disc. However, it is crucial to overcome the fear and nocebo effect of the diagnosis and allow yourself to take part in the normal events of life. Sex is just the beginning… If you can get up the courage to tackle this sensitive interpersonal issue, then you will surely eventually be able to overcome all the restrictions and limitations imposed upon you by your herniated disc… 10/5/09 Revised 12/9/09
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