Are you experiencing painful urination or swelling near the penis or vagina? Then you might be worried, and rightfully so because these are basic symptoms of Sexually Transmitted Diseases.
Men and women experience similar symptoms of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in the body, even though most don’t appear with symptoms. Hence it is advisable to get checked regularly once a person is…
A few years ago, it was not okay to whisper about sex and sexual health for fear of being shamed. Not anymore. These days, we know the importance of having an open conversation about sexual health and avoiding the misconceptions that are spread that way.
Getting the correct information about sexual health is as vital as getting sexual health tests. Knowing important facts about sex and sexual…
Are you sexually active? well good for you. It is relevant to keep an eye on your sexual health, and there are now sexual health checks you can have to ensure all is in order.
Being sexually active means you have eaten the forbidden fruit, and the next thing you should plan is when to see your doctor and get checked. Going to the doctor for sexual health exams may feel awkward, but it is still…
Just had unprotected sex? You are probably thinking, “Oh my, what do I do next? I don’t want to get pregnant” at this point. Hold on. There is no need to freak out; after all, things happen and believe us when we say you are not the first person to experience this.
You can do a few things to be safe, regardless of whether the condom broke in half or you completely forgot to use…
What comes to mind when you hear “premature ejaculation”? It’s simple, a pre-intercourse orgasm that occurs less than a minute into intercourse is known as premature ejaculation (PE).
There is no definite period for a man to ejaculate during sex. Still, once ejaculation happens right away before getting into the proper business of the day, you are bound to lose your erection quickly.
Working late, worrying about your finances, and having to meet deadlines. The list goes on. These are different ways one can get stressed. One way or another, we have all gone through a stressful phase in life that affects the body differently. How one person reacts to stress might not be the same as another.
It goes to say that avoiding stress is impossible but getting it under control or…
How would you feel when your doctor tells you the cause of your erectile dysfunction results from anxiety and depression? I bet most men will be shocked to hear this. Truth be told, anxiety and depression play a big role in erectile dysfunction.
Erectile dysfunction is the inability to get or keep an erection. It is a common problem that affects men worldwide, and it is nothing to be ashamed of…
Getting pregnant can be scary, especially when you don’t plan for it. I’m sure many women are trying to find the right protective measure. One measure to take to avoid an unwanted or unplanned pregnancy is the use of an IUD.
IUD is one contraceptive that can be used to prevent pregnancy, and there are essential factors to note before getting one.
IUDs or intrauterine devices are one of the…
Obesity has become a significant health concern worldwide because of its health implications. Obesity alters the metabolism of sex hormones, which can result in low sexual drive. Therefore weight plays a significant role in sexual dysfunction in men.
Obesity damages blood vessels, lower testosterone and cause a state of systemic inflammation in the body, all of which can lead to E.D. Different…
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is when a man cannot achieve or maintain an erect penis enough to have sex. While ED mainly affects men between 40 and 60, it can also affect younger men.
A study published in 2013 by the Journal of Sexual Medicine revealed that ED is more common in younger males previously known.
According to the researchers, ED affects 26 per cent of adult males under 40.
The…