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Postorgasmic illness syndrome

Postorgasmic illness syndrome (POIS) is a condition where a person experiences physical and mental symptoms after they have an orgasm. This can include things like headaches, fatigue, muscle pain, and a decrease in mood. It is important to note that this syndrome is rare and not everyone experiences it.

Imagine you are playing with toys and you start to feel really good. Your body might feel tingly and you might feel a happy feeling. This is like what it feels like when someone has an orgasm. However, some people might feel really sick after this happy feeling goes away. Their body might hurt and they might feel really tired. This is like when you get sick after eating too much candy.

Doctors don't really know why this happens to certain people, but they believe that it might be related to allergies or autoimmune disorders. This means that the body is overreacting to something that it shouldn't. It is also important to note that this is not a mental illness or a problem with someone's mental health.

If someone thinks they might have POIS, they should talk to their doctor. There are treatments available to help manage the symptoms and improve quality of life for individuals experiencing POIS.