More research is needed to understand how the condition impacts sexual partnerships between males.
Read on to better understand the causes, symptoms, and solutions of a semen allergy.
A semen allergy can cause local reactions minutes or hours after exposure.
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Sperm are reproductive cells containing genetic information used to fertilize an egg.
Semen is a composition of seminal fluid from reproductive organs and millions of sperm.
Ask for a skin or bloodallergy test.
Condoms
First and foremost,condomscan be used during intercourse to prevent skin-to-semen contact.
This is the easiest and least invasive treatment method.
Antihistamine
Consider a topical antihistamine cream if you’re experiencing a local allergic reaction.
One study recommends Gastrocrom (cromolyn) vaginal cream, which can be prescribed by your healthcare provider.
Over-the-counter (OTC) or prescription allergy medication before intercourse may also help to reduce symptoms in severe cases.
The sperm (and semen) are still healthy.
Instead, the challenge lies in having unprotected sex without experiencing symptoms.
But today, there are options.
In mild cases, immunotherapy or medication can help eliminate the discomfort of an allergic reaction.
People with more severe cases can look intointrauterine insemination(IUI) or in vitro fertilization (IVF).
Your partner’s sperm will be washed free of the allergen (protein) and used for insemination.
Prevention includes the use of condoms, and the use of antihistamines or immunotherapy can be used for treatment.
Any condition stemming from sexual intimacy is a chance to assess how you and your partner handle challenges together.
A semen allergy is not necessarily a sign that you and your partner don’t belong together.
It is possible for a woman to be allergic to one man’s semen but not another’s.
That said, it varies from male to male based on his genetics, lifestyle, and overall health.
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