For an oversexed culture that isn’t afraid to push boundaries on TV, in movies, on the radio and in books and magazines, we’re awfully shy about sex when it comes to our health. In fact, even though people with diabetes are at a higher risk for sexual problems, a study in Diabetes Care found that only about half of all men with diabetes and 19 percent of women with diabetes have broached the topic with a doctor at Sex and Diabetes. And, truth is, many doctors don’t feel comfortable prodding patients for details on sexual function. It’s why the newly diagnosed quickly learn…
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Differences in sex development (DSD) is a group of rare conditions involving genes, hormones and reproductive organs, including genitals. It means a person’s sex development is different to most other people’s. Sometimes the term Disorders of Sex Development is used, as is Variations in Sex Characteristics (VSC) or Diverse Sex Development. Some people prefer to use the term intersex at Differences in sex development. Why does DSD happen? You or your child may have sex chromosomes (bundles of genes) usually associated with being female (XX chromosomes) or usually associated with being male (XY chromosomes), but reproductive organs and genitals that may…
Boredom is bad for your intimacy, but it’s worse for your relationship health. Once you learn how to create a sense of physical euphoria for your man, you’ll have one happy guy on your hands. To learn how to have a more mutually satisfying intimate life, follow these tips at 6 Sensual Ways To Send A Man Into Complete Euphoria. Here are 6 sensual tips to send a man into complete euphoria: 1. Start at the beginning A seriously crucial mistake that women often make is they believe men don’t like or enjoy foreplay. They know they get aroused quickly so they…
Is it bad to have sex every day? How much sex is too much varies from person to person. Your sexual health and personal preference are key factors. You might have sex every day and develop no side effects. For others, high sex frequency can result in vaginal discomfort, irritation, or swelling. Too much sex might also increase your risk of bladder, sexually transmitted, and vaginal infections.1 at How Much Sex Is Too Much? Possible Risks Grabovac I, Smith L, Yang L, et al. The relationship between chronic diseases and number of sexual partners: An exploratory analysis. BMJ Sex Reprod Health. 2020;46(2):100-107. doi:10.1136/bmjsrh-2019-200352…
Sex is a healthy part of a loving, romantic relationship. But is it safe to have sex when you’re pregnant? Most of the time, the answer is yes—as long as your pregnancy is a healthy one. But there are times when it’s not a good idea, so it’s important to know the guidelines for safe, healthy sex throughout your pregnancy. When to say “yes” to sex Each month your ovaries release an egg about 14 days before the first day of your period. This is called ovulation. After the egg is released, it begins a 5-day journey through one of…
Discover how your sex life might change when you’re pregnant. Read about sex during each stage of pregnancy, changing libidos, natural induction and more. You hear all sorts of things about sex in pregnancy so it’s hard to know what to believe. Will sex suddenly seem even more appealing or will it be the last thing on your mind? The truth is, you might experience changes in your sex drive and sex life as your pregnancy progresses. Here’s what you might expect in each trimester at Sex in trimester one, two and three of pregnancy. Sex in the first trimester Studies…
Unless it troubles you, there’s no need to avoid sexual activity during your period. Though period sex can be a bit messy, it is safe. It can even have some benefits. You’ll get a menstrual period about once a month during your reproductive years. Having sex when you’re menstruating can actually offer a few advantages, including relief from menstrual cramps. What are the benefits? Having sex during your period has a few upsides at Is It Safe to Have Sex During Your Period? Tips, Benefits, and Side Effects: 1. Relief from cramps Orgasms may relieve menstrual cramps. Menstrual cramps are a result…
Your sexual health goes hand in hand with your overall mental, physical, and emotional health. These tips can help you get your sex life back on track and enjoy more fulfilling sex. In collaboration with Harvard Health Adapted with permission from Sexuality in Midlife and Beyond, a special health report published by Harvard Health Publishing at Tips to Improve Your Sex LifeBoost Sexual Well-Being and Enjoy Better Sex. What is sex? On one level, sex is just another hormone-driven bodily function designed to perpetuate the species. Of course, that narrow view underestimates the complexity of the human sexual response. In addition to the biochemical…
There’s no specific age for when people stop being sexually active, although age and sex drive are closely related. There are differences between how the reproductive organs change in people assigned male or female at birth, and the life cycle stages at which libido (sexual desire) drops off. Your personal sexual appetite is determined primarily by brain function, hormones, and beliefs and attitudes about sex. It can change because of your mental state, stress levels, overall health, and long-term hormonal changes at How Sex Drive Changes as You Age.1 This article looks at how your libido is predicted to change in each decade…
Summary Read the full fact sheet Sexuality is about our sexual feelings and thoughts, who we are attracted to, and our sexual behaviours. Sexual feelings may develop during puberty or adolescence. It’s normal to take time to experiment and find out what you enjoy at Women, sex and sexuality. Sexuality and sex should feel good. No one has the right to make you feel disrespected, scared or uncomfortable during sex. If you are having sex or doing sexual things with another person, they must have your consent, and you must have theirs. You can withdraw consent at any point if you…