sexual health

Sexual Health

Here is where we describe some of the more important aspects of sexual health maintenance.

It is vital to take an interest in your own well-being to ensure a long and healthy life. However, there comes a point where it is necessary for you to stop self-diagnosing and get professional help.

Remember this, you don't have anything that your doctor has not seen before, whether that is a lump, discharge or anything else for that matter.

VERY IMPORTANT! No web-site, message board, friend or encyclopedia is an alternative to your doctor; only they can give you a personalized examination, assessment and proper treatment of whatever problem might ail you!

  • Bladder Infections Bladder Infections

    A serious threat to your health & not be taken lightly - medical help should be always be sought. Proper hygiene & other measures can help prevention.

  • Breast Health

    Understanding your own body is central to ensuring ongoing good health. Breast Health is especially important for women, whether sexually active or not.

  • Breast Self-Examination

    Find out how to perform one of the most effective procedures to protect you against the risk of breast cancer.

  • Breast Support

    Learn about proper bra-sizing, fit and choice - and how breasts transform over time. Also looking after your quality bra.

  • Dyspareunia Dyspareunia

    Pain experienced during sexual intercourse, this misunderstood & distressing condition affects up 20% of women at some point in their lives!

  • how drugs effect sexual performance Effects of Drugs & Alcohol

    Many drugs (including alcohol) have harmful effects on sexual performance & enjoyment. Reducing urge, they dull the senses & sabotage the equipment.

  • erectile dysfunction Erectile Dysfunction

    A distressing condition often self-perpetuating through anxiety. Counseling & modern medicine can usually 'put the lead back in your pencil'!

  • exessive dryness Excessive Dryness

    A shortage of natural vaginal lubricant need not be a problem. Here are the causes & usual cures. A ready-to-hand substitute is always a useful aid.

  • Home Pregnancy Tests Home Pregnancy Tests

    Many women use these kits to determine if they’re pregnant ... the question is how good are they & how soon can you know?

  • testicular hydroceles Hydrocele Testis

    Ever had your testicle swell up? It may be a hydrocele. 'What is that' you ask? Find some answers.

  • a guide to sexual therapy Introduction to Sex Therapy

    In an ever more stressful & complex world, it is no wonder that sex brings its own need for professional effective therapy. Here is what to expect...

  • Menstruation Menstruation

    The 3 to 5 day 'time of the month' when the female body sheds unneeded tissue & blood from the uterus. Here's what to expect and how to deal with it.

  • Peyronie's Disease Peyronie's Disease

    A bit of a curve of the penis can work to your advantage, but too much of a bend can be a real pain!

  • Premature Ejaculation

    Common especially among young & sexually inexperienced males. Can generally be overcome with patience & by understanding underlying causes.

  • sex with co-workers Sexual Addiction

    On the surface it may sound like a nice problem to have - but for those who suffer from it the problem can have very serious consequences.

  • std clinic STD Testing

    Not a place you want to be, but when your health (& maybe life) is at risk you can't afford to be shy! Pluck up your courage & go - it's not that bad!

  • Testicle Self-Exam

    Self-exams are not just for the ladies; knowing your body could save your life! Find out what you can do to help yourself.

  • Vulvodynia Vulvodynia

    A little-understood feminine genital condition that causes burning, inflammation & pain; this ailment can wreak havoc on your sex life!