Hot tub sex is a common fantasy on many couples’ bucket lists, but the act comes with a list of risks you might want to consider before taking the plunge.
Getting down and dirty in the bubbles may seem like a good idea, but there are a few things couples should consider before taking the plunge.
Is sex in a hot tub safe?
Having sex in the water can be a fun way to explore intimacy with your partner.
It looks very attractive and sexy in TV shows and movies, but it can have some disadvantages.
Just like public pools, hot tubs are not known for having the cleanest water, and microbes or chemicals in the water can cause infections.
Gynecologists have warned about the potential risks of playing in bodies of water, such as irregular heart rhythms and possible slips and falls.
What are the risks of having sex in a hot tub?
You might get a rash
You can get a rash from staying in a hot tub longer than you should.
This type of rash is called pseudomonas folliculitis – also known as hot tub rash.
It appears as red, itchy bumps and develops due to bacteria in the water.
It’s not serious or has any long-term side effects, but it’s probably best to avoid it if possible.
Women can develop a UTI or yeast infection
For those who have a vagina, it is important to be careful when having sex in water to avoid the risk of infections.
The pH of the vagina is a delicate balance and the smallest thing can upset it.
The chemicals and bacteria found in a hot tub can lead to a number of frustrating conditions for your lady parts and a urinary tract infection or yeast infection can occur after hot tub play.
Condoms will not be as effective
This is probably the biggest risk of hot tub sex.
Condoms cannot stay in place when used in water, as the chlorine used in hot tub maintenance can make the condom less effective—even if it stays where it should.
Condoms are also more likely to break when used in water.
If you still want to have sex in a hot tub, you and your partner may want to discuss the benefits of waterproof contraception.
These include:
Just remember that these protect against pregnancy, but not against sexually transmitted infections.
Women may be sore
The body’s natural lubrication is less effective when you are submerged in water.
This can make the sexual encounter less enjoyable for the person being penetrated.
You could contract an STD
Many believe that the chemicals in a hot tub help prevent any STDs you or your partner may have.
Unfortunately, this is simply false.
Using a condom is the safest way to ensure that you don’t pass anything on to your partner and vice versa.
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