Naturally, your first reaction might be to say, ‘Throw that away; it’s not a balloon.’ But then comes the inevitable question. ‘But what is it?’ If this situation happens to you, are you prepared to handle it? How do you […]
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I found condoms in my 11-year-old son’s room
Stay calm and avoid panic The first and most crucial step is to remain calm. While it is natural to feel concerned, panicking or reacting harshly can create a barrier between you and your son, making it harder to find […]
What emergency contraceptive options are there?
Emergency contraception consists of contraceptive options that can decrease the risk of pregnancy after unprotected sex. They can be used after unprotected intercourse where withdrawal was not done, or a contraceptive method was improperly used, for example, missed contraceptive pills, […]
Factors that affect female sexual arousal
What factors improve arousal? What factors that negatively affect arousal? Many factors that positively impact female arousal are interconnected, such as body image, a stable relationship, and a supportive partner. Conversely, negative factors like fatigue, stress, an unreliable partner, and […]
How do I know if I am infertile?
In females, regular menses with pre-menstrual syndrome symptoms are usually an indicator that the woman is ovulating. But, what if you have normal menses but still can’t get pregnant? Determining whether you are fertile or not requires a doctor to […]
Period Pains: What’s normal, and what’s not?
It is a fairly common occurrence. Period pain can be categorized into two types: primary and secondary. Period pains may have a negative effect on activities of daily living, and psychological and emotional stress, not only on the person experiencing […]
Pregnancy over 35: What to expect, risks, and self-care
Advanced maternal age is commonly defined as being over 35, though there is no standardized definition. Risks of advanced maternal age Women over 35 face higher risks of pregnancy-related complications, such as gestational diabetes and hypertension. There is also a […]
Does sperm quality change with age?
In recent years, more people have been having children later in life due to various reasons, such as late marriage and increased use of contraceptives. Changing roles for women have also contributed to older age at first pregnancy. But, how […]
STIs that can be transmitted via oral sex
There is a significant lack of awareness about barrier methods for oral sex and the fact that STIs can be transmitted this way, even though the risk of transmission is generally lower compared to penetrative intercourse. Studies have shown that […]
How to manage menopause symptoms
What is menopause? Menopause is defined as the permanent stopping of menses, usually when a woman goes for 12 months with no menstruation. It happens at a median age of 51.4 years. During the perimenopause transition, most women have irregular […]
Why should men visit a urologist?
What do Urologists do? Men typically seek the expertise of a urologist for issues related to urinary or sexual dysfunction, and infertility concerns. Common complaints include premature ejaculation, impaired orgasm, erectile dysfunction, or decreased libido. Additionally, urologists address pelvic injuries […]
Can I delay suppress, or skip my period?
Some methods for delaying/skipping/suppressing periods are voluntary, while in some cases, it is a result of another medical intervention. First, it is not possible to permanently stop your period once it starts unless you have your ovaries removed. It is […]