Archive for the ‘Sexual Health’ Category

Contraception, What is it?

Sunday, October 21st, 2007

Contraception is the prevention of pregnancy following sexual intercourse by inhibiting sperm from reaching a mature ovum (i.e., methods that act as barriers or prevent ovulation) or by preventing a fertilized ovum from implanting in the endometrium (i.e., mechanisms that create an unfavorable uterine environment). 

The methods for contraception including usage of episodic contraceptive methods like spermicides, condoms, diaphragm with spermicide, cervical cap. The hormonal methods including oral contraceptives and the usage of intrauterine devices.

Always discuss with your O & G doctor if your partners and you are having a planning for contraception. Ask the professionals for the most suitable contraceptive method for you!

Erectile Dysfunction

Monday, October 8th, 2007

Erectile dysfunction, or impotence, affects more than 18 million American men, according to a recent study by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.

What exactly is Eretile Dysfunction (ED). Well, different sources have different explanation. Generally, Erectile Dysfunction (ED) is a condition whereby a man can’t get an erection to have sex or can’t keep an erection long enough to finish intercourse.

So what is the causes? Seriously speaking, there are no exact causes for erectile dysfunction. This problem could be caused by different things like: life style, physicist problems, job pressure, mental…and a lot more, but the fact is this, men should find a way to solve this issue.

Contracy to what many people thinks, it is not part of aging that causes ED. ED can occur at any age - even in men in their mid-30s, but it is more common in those above 65.

About treatment for ED, how ED is treated depends on what causing it. The fisrt step in treating ED is do not be SHY and FACE IT! Speak to your doctor! Remember, your doctor is the single best source of information regarding you and your health.

After your doctor checks you for medical problems and medicines that might cause ED, he or she may prescribe a drug to help with the condition. Some medications are taken orally, while others are injected in to the penis. However, remember that not everyone can take these medicines. Your doctor would be the most qualified to determine the right treatment.

Some ED condition not needed to be treated in medical ways. It can be treated by reducing the stress in your life. Reduce the stress and enjoy during intercourse. The ED condition may just disappear in that way…


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