Is asthma hurting your sex life? Here's what you should do

All you need to do is tweak a few things in the bedroom to enjoy your sex life. Photo: Shutterstock/ IndiaPicture

Sometimes action between the sheets is enough to trigger the onset of an asthma attack, which is not only bothersome to you, but your partner as well. Seriously, how can you make love to a person who is panting incessantly, drawing gasped breaths, while you are about to climax? However peeps, asthma shouldn't mean the end of your sex life.

All you need to do is tweak a few things while you are in the bedroom, and trust us--it doesn't take much. Soon you will be aiming for the big O, without your breathing problem leaving you high and dry.

Here are a few tricks:

Say No To Morning Sex

No matter how aroused you are feeling early in the morning, if you are asthmatic, it's best to refrain from lovemaking so early in the day. Majorly because you produce more phlegm during the wee hours. And that, we know, can clam you up. Instead, indulge in some hot action in the afternoon or early evening because that's when your lungs function most smoothly. So, there will be no hindrance of any sorts.

Don't Have Sex When You Are Anxious

Sex might be a great stress buster, but not for people who suffer from asthma. In fact, anxiety and stress only makes things worse. There are chances that you will end up getting a breathing attack while you are feel anxious and indulging in sex in between of that is probably not a good idea. To make your lovemaking a very enjoyable process, do it when you are feeling relaxed and calm.

Switch To Non-Latex Condoms

According to Everyday Health, some condoms are made of latex, which can cause local allergic reaction, and possibly even worsen asthma symptoms in women. Though, these condoms contain fewer of the proteins that trigger latex allergies, but it is still a possibility. Thus, it's best if you switch to non-latex condoms. After all, it's better to be safe than sorry.

Change Positions

If you are in the habit of sticking to just one sex position, then maybe it's time to try something new. Missionary position might give you pleasure, but it's definitely the wrong one to swear by if you suffer from asthma. You see, this position in particular, exerts too much pressure on your chest and can constrict your breathing. You can try other positions like cowgirl, where you can take control by sitting on your partner.

Take Inhaler Beforehand

When you know that your passionate lovemaking will end in an asthma attack, then why not prep yourself? Take a puff or two from that inhaler, depending on the severity of your condition, 15 to 20 minutes before having sex. This will help in curbing the symptoms in middle of a steamy session.