Can Sex Make Kidney Stones Better or Worse?

No, you cannot pass kidney stones through sperm. Kidney stones travel through the urinary tract, not the reproductive system.

Sperm comes from the testicles and prostate, while kidney stones form in the kidneys and move through the ureters. These two systems are separate, so kidney stones do not enter semen or affect the process of ejaculation directly.

You can have sex with kidney stones, but it really depends on how much pain you’re feeling at the time. If the stone causes pain in your lower back or side, certain positions might make the discomfort worse during sex.

Some people choose to wait until they feel better, while others feel okay and continue their normal sexual activity.

Ejaculating does not help pass kidney stones. Kidney stones move through the urinary tract, not through the path of sperm.

In some cases, small kidney stones move down into the urethra, and some studies suggest ejaculation might help push them out. Still, this isn’t a proven method, and more research is needed before it's considered a reliable way to pass stones.

Sex does not directly treat kidney stones in women, but it might help the body relax and ease some discomfort. Some studies suggest that if kidney stones have moved down to the urethra, having sex 3-4 times a week may help pass them.

Sex may help by relaxing muscles and helping the stone move through the lower part of the urinary tract. Still, more research is needed, and this should not replace proper hydration or medical treatment for kidney stones.

Kidney stones do not block sperm because they are located in the urinary system, not in the reproductive system. Sperm travels from the testicles through different tubes that are not affected by kidney stones or their movement.

If there’s swelling or an infection related to stones, it might affect ejaculation, but not block sperm directly.

No, kidney stones cannot be passed to someone else through sex because they are not caused by an infection or bacteria.

Stones form inside the kidneys from minerals, not from sexual activity, so they aren’t contagious or spread through body fluids.

You can still have sex if you feel comfortable, but there’s no risk of giving someone else a kidney stone.

Kidney stones do not directly cause erectile dysfunction, but the pain and stress they bring can affect sexual performance. Severe pain from stones may reduce desire, and discomfort during urination or movement can make sex feel difficult or unpleasant.

In some cases, if the condition leads to emotional stress, it might affect arousal or confidence during sexual activity.