In an interview with Dân trí on February 15, Dr. Trà Anh Duy, a specialist in Andrology, revealed that he and his team had just treated three unusual cases following Valentine’s Day (Lovers’ Day).
The first case involved N.V.H., a 25-year-old man. Upon reviewing his medical history, it was found that during Valentine’s night, H. engaged in overly “intense” activity with his partner, resulting in a torn frenulum of the foreskin and severe bleeding. The injury not only caused him immense pain but also raised concerns about his future sexual performance.
After assessing the situation, Dr. Duy stitched up the tear for H., provided wound care instructions, and offered psychological counseling to help him recover quickly.
Another patient, T.T., aged 30, arrived at a men’s health center in Ho Chi Minh City with a ruptured penile vein, causing swelling, bruising, and deformity resembling an eggplant.
The patient told doctors that he had experimented with unusual positions the previous night. After examination and ultrasound, the doctors diagnosed a ruptured vein with hematoma formation in the genital area.
T. was treated with anti-inflammatory medication, blood clot dissolvers, and pain relief, while being closely monitored to prevent complications.
The third case involved L.X.K., a 20-year-old who reported having sex for the first time with his girlfriend on Valentine’s Day. Due to inexperience, K. retracted his foreskin during intercourse, leading to paraphimosis, which caused severe swelling and discoloration of the glans.
Upon receiving this case, the doctors performed procedures to relieve the constriction, advising the patient on proper hygiene and care to avoid infection.
According to Dr. Duy, it is common to see an increase in men seeking treatment for “bedroom accidents” after Valentine’s Day each year. The primary reason is that couples—especially younger ones—often lack experience and opt for vigorous activities to enhance excitement.
However, such behavior poses significant risks, potentially causing injuries to the genital area.
Other common injuries include penile fractures (occurring when the penis is damaged due to strong impact or incorrect positions), premature ejaculation, or erectile dysfunction. Additionally, victims may suffer from psychological trauma.
According to a study published in The Journal of Sexual Medicine, 12% of men experience “bedroom accidents.” Among these, the most frequent are frenulum tears (35%), penile fractures (20%), and vascular damage (15%).
Another study published in Urology in 2006 indicated that paraphimosis is one of the more common accidents among young men, particularly during their first sexual encounter.
Doctors advise couples to equip themselves with knowledge about reproductive health, listen to their bodies, engage in safe sex using appropriate positions, and maintain cleanliness before and after intercourse to prevent infections.
Additionally, regular health check-ups are recommended to detect any reproductive health issues early and receive timely consultation and treatment. Avoid excessive use of stimulants like alcohol, as they can lead to loss of control and increase the risk of accidents.
