Healthy Vagina The vagina is a closed muscular canal that connects the vulva (the external female genital area) with the cervix (the neck of the uterus). The vagina is just as important as any other body part of a woman, and should also be kept healthy. Fertility, sexual desire, and ability to reach orgasm can […]
Category: Understanding The Body
Amenorrhoea
Amenorrhea is a medical condition characterized by the absence of menstrual periods in women of reproductive age. There are two types of amenorrhea: primary and secondary. Primary amenorrhea occurs when a girl has not started her menstrual cycle by the age of 16. On the other hand, secondary amenorrhea is the absence of menstruation for […]
What Causes A Burning Sensation In The Penis?
A burning sensation in the penis can be very alarming, especially when you don’t know what’s causing it. The burning sensation is most felt during urination. It’s usually a symptom of any of a number of infections or sexually transmitted infections (STIs) most of which are very treatable. Here are the most common causes of […]
Every Color, Every Hue: Vaginal Discharge Color Guide
While it’s common for your vaginal discharge to change throughout the menstrual cycle, you might see some odd changes that may make you question if it’s normal — especially with the color. […]
Different Vaginal Odors And Their Causes
The television bombards us with a lot of advertisements for feminine washes and feminine products that promote different scents such as “passionate bloom” or “fresh blossoms”. All these products attempt to hide the vagina’s natural odor, and make us feel ashamed of how our body really works. […]
LGBTQ 101
Defining Sex, Gender, and Sexual Orientation Bisexual. Gay. Queer. Straight. Lesbian. There are many different terms we may use to describe our sexual orientation (sometimes called sexual identity). Guy. Transgender. Girl. We also use a lot of different terms to describe our gender. You may know early in life what your sexual identity or gender […]
Common Reproductive Health Concerns For Women
Endometriosis One of the common health problems that women face is endometriosis, which affects the uterus—the most important organ during pregnancy because it’s where the baby develops. Endometriosis occurs when the endometrium, the kind of tissue that lines the uterus, grows in places other than inside the uterus. It can grow on the ovaries, behind […]
Vaginal health at every age
Your body goes through a lot of changes as you age, and your vagina and genitals are no exception. You’ll probably notice and experience changes in how your vagina may feel or how your genitals look throughout your life. These changes are normal, but they can affect your bathroom habits and sex life. Here are […]
Common Reproductive Health Concerns For Men
Ejaculation Problem These might include the lack of ability to get and maintain an erection firm and long enough for sex (erectile dysfunction) or, uncommonly, a persistent and usually painful erection that isn’t caused by sexual gratification or arousal (priapism). Other typical concerns might include the inability to ejaculate, premature ejaculation, delayed ejaculation, painful ejaculation […]
Bleeding After Sex
So you’re done having some amazing sexytime, then you look down on the sheets and see blood even if you’re not supposed to have your menstruation soon — what’s up? […]