Hopefully you feel blissfully exhausted after sex and not too worried about whats happening to your insides afterwards.

But since sex is a full-body activity, it makes sense that you might experience some physical symptoms afterwards.

Lyndsey Harper, OB/GYN and founder ofRosy, tells Lifehacker.

There are lots of variables at play which can lead to lots of different symptoms and experiences.

According to Harper, most of the time cramping will stop on its own within 30-60 minutes.

She recommends putting a heating pad or hot water bottle on the lower abdomen or taking ibuprofen.

Many people can experience bloating due to penetrative sex, she tells Lifehacker.

Penetrative sex can push air into the vagina or rectum.

The air can become trapped, and you may feel some abdominal discomfort or a bloating sensation.

Positions such as cowgirl allow for increased control over the depth of penetration and can reduce bloating and discomfort.

Likewise, if there was not adequate lubrication, the friction of sex can also cause some soreness afterwards.

Fortunately, Harper says the vaginal soreness will usually resolve in 24-48 hours on its own.

Flushing

Is your skin a little flushed after sex?

According to Haines, flushing is a very common symptom that can occur during and after sex.

There are no treatments to prevent flushing, but flushing is completely harmless and normal.

Allergies can be from sex toy materials, condoms, lubricants, or even your partners semen.

If an itchy rash occurs, follow up with an in-person medical provider.

These bacteria can occasionally take hold, multiply, and cause an infection of the urinary tract.

If left unattended, UTIs can progress to more serious infections like kidney infections.

Muscle soreness

Do you feel a little achey after sex as you would after a hard workout?

Again, perfectly normal.

All people participating in sexual activity may experience muscle strain or muscle soreness after sex, Haines says.

To help combat the pain, she suggests paying attention to your body and switching positions often.

Typically mild discomfort may last for up to a few hours or even days after sexual activity.

If you experience severe pain or chest pain during or after sex, Haines recommends calling 911.

Fortunately, says Harper, spotting usually resolves on its own after sex within about 24 hours.

However, if you have large amounts of bright red bleeding after sex, she recommends seeking medical attention.