Young teens are more likely to have sexual intercourse if they spend more time in sedentary leisure activities, according to a recent study in the Journal of Sexual Medicine. Alcohol consumption might contribute to the link between sex and sedentary behavior, the authors added. Researchers used the Global School-Based Study Health Survey (GSHS) to collect […]
Problematic Pornography Use Uncommon in Women
About 3% of women have problems with online pornography, according to a recent study in the Journal of Sexual Medicine. Past research suggests that women spend less time visiting internet porn sites than men do, but both men and women are using porn more frequently nowadays. Online pornography use rates are estimated to be 50%–99% […]
Inflatable Penile Implants Have Higher Satisfaction Rates Among Couples
What do couples think of penile implants? Two- and 3-piece inflatable devices have higher satisfaction rates than malleable implants, scientists report. But each type has its advantages and disadvantages for patients to consider. Penile implantation is a “gold-standard” erectile dysfunction (ED) treatment for men who do not respond to (or can’t safely use) other therapies, […]
Study Examines Pubic Hair Removal Practices and Expectations
Pubic hair removal (PHR) has become more “widespread,” researchers say. As a result, injuries related to PHR are becoming more common, so understanding patients’ practices and attitudes is essential for healthcare providers. Past research on PHR has mainly taken place in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia, focusing mostly on women. The current […]
Researchers Question Genito-Pelvic Pain/Penetration Disorder (GPPPD) Diagnostic Threshold
Estimating the prevalence of genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder (GPPPD) can be complicated, experts report in a recent Journal of Sexual Medicine study. Vaginal penetration and intercourse are painful and problematic for women with GPPPD. As a result, women may become anxious and fearful of intercourse, and their pelvic floor muscles might tense to the point that […]
Brain Structure Possibly Linked to Severity of Premature Ejaculation
Men with premature ejaculation (PE) appear to have a different brain structure compared to men without the condition. In a recent Journal of Sexual Medicine study, scientists reported that men with lifelong PE had a higher mean volume of the caudate nucleus (6.8 cm3) compared to men without PE (6.1 cm3). Higher volume was associated […]