Hypersensitivity to seminal plasma

Hypersensitivity to seminal plasma, also known as seminal fluid allergy, is a rare disorder in women and is often misdiagnosed, as it is often confused with other skin conditions.

This allergy is caused by hypersensitivity to proteins present in seminal plasma.

Appears when immune system adversely reacts to proteins which are located in seedaccording to Dr. Shenoy Chandra of the Mayo Clinic.

Although it is rare, it can be very unpleasant and even, in very serious cases, dangerous for those who suffer from it, remind sexologists.

It is more common between the ages of 20 and 35, and in people with other types allergiesadds sexologist Ruth González (@ruth_sexologa).

The symptoms They usually appear immediately after contact with the seed or within the first hour.

These symptoms can be very different and range from local symptoms such as burning, pricking, urticaria, swelling, vaginal redness or areas where the seed comes in contact with the skin, others such as vomiting, diarrhea and even difficulty breathing.

Meanwhile, symptoms can be prevented if use a condom or you do not ejaculate inside the vagina or on another part of the body.

In mild cases, they may disappear on their own or with use antihistamine ointments. In the most severe cases, you will have to go to the health center.

Symptoms of semen allergy appear soon after sexual act.

This allergy is not a direct cause of infertility, but in severe cases it can make infertility more difficult pregnancy without medical help for the symptoms it can cause, says the couples therapistin a post on Instagram.