Cephalalgia April 2013 PMID 23430983

The impact of sexual activity on idiopathic headaches: an observational study.

Anke Hambach, Stefan Evers, Oliver Summ, Ingo W Husstedt, Achim Frese

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Overall, the discussions demonstrate a positive attitude towards the study, with many quoting scientific sources and sharing relevant studies, such as the mention of a 2013 paper stating that 70% of patients reported relief after orgasm, illustrating high interest and engagement. Additionally, the tone varies from scientific to humorous, which influences the moderate impact score.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the study's findings, with some humor and skepticism, indicating general agreement but also noting the surprising or controversial nature of the results.

InterestHigh interest

Posts show high interest, referencing scientific studies, sharing medical data, and mentioning potential pain relief methods, which indicates participants are engaged with the topic.

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Comments include references to specific research articles, medical opinions, and humorous remarks, reflecting moderate but thoughtful engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversations could influence perceptions about sexual activity and headaches, as they combine evidence, humor, and curiosity, suggesting a modest but meaningful impact on how the topic is viewed.

Abstract in brief

The study explores how sexual activity affects people with primary headaches like migraines and cluster headaches, showing that some patients find it relieves pain while others experience worsening.
A survey sent to migraine and cluster headache patients found that around a third to nearly half had engaged in sexual activity during an attack, with many reporting relief from their symptoms.
While most patients do not have sex during a headache attack, the findings suggest that for some, sexual activity could potentially help reduce headache intensity, and some, especially male migraine sufferers, even use it intentionally as a form of relief.]

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Harriet Carroll: Long Covid Scientific Consultancy

@angryhacademic.bsky.social · Bluesky

Fun fact to round off this sexy miniseries: in some headache and migraine sufferers, sex can help Not-so-fun fact: in some other headache and migraine sufferers, sex can make things worse or triggers attacks pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23430983/ pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC...

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Harriet Carroll: Long Covid Scientific Consultancy

@angryhacademic · X

Nov 5, 2025 · 1 like · 8,789 followers View post →

kevin Kääriäinen

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Sep 7, 2025 · 13 likes · 4,409 followers View post →

Steve Oh from Oz

@SteveOhfromOZ · X

@Monkeyjunk11 Lol! But it's ok. It's a scientific fact that sex cures headaches! https://t.co/BxEZWGFvGH

Aug 17, 2025 · 1 like · 1,857 followers View post →

Hikari

@koganenohikari · X

RT @katsubossy: @koganenohikari The impact of sexual activity on idiopathic headaches: an observational study - PubMed https://t.co/h1Bseao…

Jul 25, 2025 · 1 share · 2,904 followers View post →

wibukos

@katsubossy · X

@koganenohikari The impact of sexual activity on idiopathic headaches: an observational study - PubMed https://t.co/h1BseaoXzx https://t.co/FQY9oiDjII

Jul 25, 2025 · 1 like · 1 share · 1,202 followers View post →

Nacho

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@franb_16 https://t.co/xhQMSrSld8

Jun 28, 2025 · 2 likes · 321 followers View post →

Le Chat Secouriste ♂️

@ChatSecouriste · X

@madratz1 @Topiramatee Par contre au-delà de la blague, il y a un - petit - fond de vérité https://t.co/RLGoHluKnB

Feb 19, 2025 · 2,747 followers View post →

Le Chat Secouriste ♂️

@ChatSecouriste · X

@nyctalope_92 @Topiramatee De plus, il y a un fond de vérité https://t.co/RLGoHluKnB

Feb 19, 2025 · 2,747 followers View post →

الداعية ام كُليبه

@Lagertha1143 · X

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Mar 26, 2024 · 3 likes · 5,427 followers View post →

Johnny Socratous

@johnnysocratous · X

@LaDolcezza6 Ελα καλησπέρα

Mar 10, 2024 · 1 like · 702 followers View post →

Greg Linares (Laughing Mantis)

@Laughing_Mantis · X

@fekitcba In all seriousness there's also a scientific study to suggest orgasms can alleviate migraine and cluster headaches https://t.co/wjQOINM17Y

Nov 15, 2023 · 5 likes · 37,335 followers View post →

Toshiro

@ToshiroFujisaki · X

@izzamunchkin It's even supported with medical studies and papers. https://t.co/PvHlurNcTI

Sep 28, 2023 · 1 like · 17 followers View post →

Ricardo Quintero.

@rquinteromd · X

https://t.co/z9znwB8XCO La actividad sexual puede conducir a un alivio parcial o completo del dolor de cabeza en algunos pacientes con migraña y dolor de cabeza en racimo.

Feb 10, 2023 · 1,441 followers View post →

Ash Lauren

@ashlaurlune · X

@SchweinoRhino @Beffernusse @colorado_dee @RBReich Here’s a few examples for you, Cpt. Sex Police. https://t.co/1OF13SUPfV https://t.co/qlwVjaeMmT https://t.co/KKa2zNuLq0 https://t.co/vgHET6Inav https://t.co/lFcJEdY38N

Jan 24, 2023 · 1 like · 326 followers View post →

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@guardian_xcu · X

➡️ Eine weitere Studie dazu, dass sexuelle Aktivität Kopfschmerzen lindern kann https://t.co/RseARiWkJ7

Dec 2, 2022 · 2,332 followers View post →

Melosyna 

@melosyna · X

@Chief_Redbad @ShannenJPEG @JPEGculture Sexual activity can have a positive impact on migranes. https://t.co/4PmO1wQkDZ

Nov 27, 2022 · 726 followers View post →

Khan

@studioaperture · X

@Ahlurglgr Не, ну от головы возможно помогает, так что… https://t.co/fVlgbXB0jW

Oct 27, 2022 · 1 like · 98 followers View post →

Thomas ฿

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@VALENTiNE_2_ Maar toen hebben jullie toch wel gevreeën? https://t.co/uhLmJmXAdC

Oct 23, 2022 · 486 followers View post →

Everyone Gets Atrophy

@EMPAthy_atrophy · X

@jonathanstea @CaulfieldTim @RyanMarino @Thinkingpowers @ThinkingAtheist @EdzardErnst @doritmi @HaryaxPathak @DrLindaMD Wise N, et al. “The impact of sexual activity on idiopathic headaches: An observational study.” J Sex Med. 2013;14(11):1380–1391.

Aug 24, 2022 · 1 like · 2,326 followers View post →

Everyone Gets Atrophy

@EMPAthy_atrophy · X

@jonathanstea @CaulfieldTim @RyanMarino @Thinkingpowers @ThinkingAtheist @EdzardErnst @doritmi @HaryaxPathak @DrLindaMD Hambach A, Evers S, Summ O, et al. “The impact of sexual activity on idiopathic headaches: An observational study.” Cephalalgia. 2013;33(6):384-389.

Aug 24, 2022 · 2,326 followers View post →

Cal Fact Check

@CalFactCheck · X

RT @mindshelp: Is love the cure to headaches? or is the source? Source: https://t.co/MGLS7Cqcxe #Psychology #FactCheck #FactsMatter #inte…

Jun 22, 2022 · 1 share · 1,578 followers View post →

Mind Help

@MindStarHelp · X

Is love the cure to headaches? or is the source? Source: https://t.co/MGLS7Cqcxe #Psychology #FactCheck #FactsMatter #interesting #psychologyfacts #mindhelp https://t.co/59BUzk0p5t

Jun 22, 2022 · 2 likes · 1 share · 1,604 followers View post →