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Can I Have Intercourse Inspite Of Having L4-L5 Slip Disc?

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Posted on Fri, 2 May 2014
Question: Hi, I am suffering from L4-L5 slip disc and having pains in my right leg.Now feeling less pain,is it safe to have sex at this stage?
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Answered by Dr. Saurabh Gupta (40 minutes later)
Brief Answer: It is safe to have sex at this stage. Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for your query. You are suffering from mild disc bulge and there is no any contraindication for sex. As the pain is less, it is safe to have sex at this stage. You have to avoid forward bending and heavy weight lifting. Drink lots of fluids since dehydration affects the disc. Eat a diet rich in fresh fruits and green leafy vegetables, nuts, milk, eggs, pulses and cereals. Get 6-8 hours of refreshing sleep daily. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care
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Dr. Saurabh Gupta

Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement

Practicing since :2004

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Can I Have Intercourse Inspite Of Having L4-L5 Slip Disc?

Brief Answer: It is safe to have sex at this stage. Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for your query. You are suffering from mild disc bulge and there is no any contraindication for sex. As the pain is less, it is safe to have sex at this stage. You have to avoid forward bending and heavy weight lifting. Drink lots of fluids since dehydration affects the disc. Eat a diet rich in fresh fruits and green leafy vegetables, nuts, milk, eggs, pulses and cereals. Get 6-8 hours of refreshing sleep daily. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care