“Hello Doctor, I feel like biting my partner during sex. Is this normal?”
Don't worry, this doesn't mean you're turning into a vampire! In fact, this urge can be perfectly explained.
Intense sexual excitement
During sex we release hormones , adrenaline & endorphin, which increase energy levels and desire. This can lead to a desire to nibble and scratch one's partner, providing a pleasant and stimulating sensation.
A symbol of possession?
Biting, also called odaxelagnia during sexual practice, is also a symbol of possession. It is a way for partners to mark their territory. The goal is to express desire, without causing injury. And yet, leaving a trace...
Animal instinct
Animals tend to biting and scratching during mating. Out of animal instinct and primal need, some people feel the need to bite to express their passion.
Sensory pleasure
The skin is one of the most sensitive sensory organs in our body . For some people, lightly biting it can stimulate the nerve endings, heightening sexual sensations.
The fantasy
Some people find the idea of role-playing, domination or sexual submission arousing. So biting or being bitten can be a way to explore these fantasies and experience thrills.
