1. WHAT IS SEXUAL HEALTH? WHO (World Health Organization) explains sexual health as:“…a state of physical, emotional, mental and social well-being in relation to sexuality”“Sexual health requires a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships…”Sexual health can be disrupted by vaginal problems which may cause discomfort and prevent sexual experiences from being enjoyable. Symptoms of vaginal infections can include:• Redness, pain and itching• Pain or bleeding during sex• Vaginal odor• Yellow, grey, or green discharge• Burning sensation while urinatingAs an effect from suffering from a vaginal infection, you might experience vaginal dryness which can be uncomfortable at best and painful at worst. Vaginal dryness can also be caused by medication and treatments or breastfeeding, amongst other reasons.Nowadays...
Condoms are a form of barrier contraceptive method used to prevent unwanted pregnancies and reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Here is some essential knowledge about condoms: Purpose: Condoms are primarily used to prevent pregnancy by creating a physical barrier between the penis and vagina, preventing sperm from reaching the egg. Additionally, they can help reduce the transmission of STIs by preventing direct contact between bodily fluids. Types: Condoms come in two main types: male condoms and female condoms. Male condoms are worn over the penis, while female condoms are inserted into the vagina. Both types serve the same purpose but have different designs. Materials: Condoms are typically made from latex, polyurethane, or polyisoprene. Latex condoms are the...
If you’ve had sex without a condom or a sexual experience where the condom broke, try not to panic.Things happen, and you’re far from the only person to go through either of these experiences.What you do need to remember, though, is that there are a few risks associated with these sexual events.But there are plenty of steps you can take to address those risks so that you remain protected and sexually healthy. Immediately afterIf you notice that the condom broke, stop any sexual activity and move away from your partner.If you’ve had sex without a condom, remember that there are a few things you can do immediately to help.Use the bathroomFirst, head to the bathroom to remove lingering fluids from...
You've probably heard the old adage that men sit around all day thinking about sex. The popular myth says it's once every seven seconds, to be exact. If you take the number of seconds in an hour (3,600) and divide it by 7, that works out to roughly 514 sex thoughts—just in an hour! Seems like a lot. So how often do people really think about sex? Though the "once every seven seconds" notion seems impossible to prove or disprove, researchers have actually taken a stab at it multiple times. In 2011, a research team based out of Ohio State University conducted a study to keep track of how often a sample of 283 college students thought about sex, food, and sleep...
If you have a penis, then you know it has a tendency to be a little, uh, temperamental sometimes. When you want it to stay hard during sexual activity, it goes soft. Then, when you finally manage to sustain an erection, you end up ejaculating too quickly. It doesn't get along so well alcohol, even when you’re in a sexually arousing situation, and—speaking of substances—studies show there might be a link between erectile dysfunction and smoking weed. It also tends to show up in a big way at inopportune times, like in the middle of your important presentation for work. As far as sources of pleasure go, the penis can be pretty damn frustrating. According to a study published in the American Journal of...
