A specialist has provided insights into a sexual trend called ‘omorashi’, which carries potential health hazards if practiced.
Couples often seek novel methods to enhance their intimate experiences, sometimes turning to expert advice for guidance.
Nevertheless, this particular practice is discouraged by health professionals due to its potential negative impact on physical health and overall wellbeing.
The trend, known as omorashi, originates from Japan and refers to the act of deliberately holding a full bladder during sexual activities, which may sound uncomfortable to many.
Despite this, omorashi is a fetish for some individuals, and sex educator Gigi Engle explains the effects it can have on the body.
“It’s a form of bladder control where one person is keeping their bladder full, usually at the demand of a dominant partner,” Engle told Metro.
According to Engle, some individuals might find that a full bladder enhances the potential for squirting or leads to intensified orgasms due to the bladder’s pressure on the vaginal and clitoral areas.
Engle also noted that the practice is gaining popularity as it aligns with themes of dominance and submission in sexual relationships.
“The ‘dom’ will tell their sub to keep their bladder full for a certain amount of time or tell them when they can and can’t use the bathroom – they might tell them they can’t pee themselves during sex too,” the sex educator continued.
“It’s a whole control aspect of the fetish which is what makes it kinky, sexual and hot. Handing your basic human bodily functions over to another person to control has a lot of BDSM and kink appeal to it.”
Dr. Suzanne Wylie, a general practitioner with IQdoctor, warned of the health complications that may arise from such practices, such as urinary tract infections (UTIs) and even kidney infections in severe cases.
“Forcing yourself to hold in urine for a prolonged period of time can indeed pose several health risks,” she told Metro.
“The bladder is a muscular organ designed to store urine until it can be emptied, typically when it reaches a comfortable capacity. When you repeatedly delay urination, the bladder can become overstretched, which may weaken the bladder muscles over time.”
In addition to the possibility of developing UTIs, Dr. Wylie mentioned that engaging in sexual activities while needing to urinate can be more uncomfortable due to the added friction and pressure on the bladder.