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How Sleep Affects Sexual Function

How Sleep Affects Sexual Function

Sexual Health Topics: Men’s Sexual Health, Women’s Sexual Health

A good night’s sleep has many health benefits, and supporting a person’s sexual functioning may be one of them.

Differences in Sexual Desire Between Heterosexual and Non-Heterosexual Cisgender Men and Women

Differences in Sexual Desire Between Heterosexual and Non-Heterosexual Cisgender Men and Women

Sexual Health Topics: Men’s Sexual Health, Women’s Sexual Health

Several studies have documented differences in sexual desire between cisgender men and cisgender women, but few have differentiated between different types of desire or the sexual orientation of these individuals.

Implementing the Informed Consent Model for Gender-Affirming Care

Implementing the Informed Consent Model for Gender-Affirming Care

Sexual Health Topics: Sexual Orientation & LGBTQIA+ Health

The informed consent model is the practice of health care providers sharing enough information about treatment options and/or procedures with patients for patients to make an informed decision about their health.

Characteristics of Men Who Report Delayed Ejaculation Symptoms

Characteristics of Men Who Report Delayed Ejaculation Symptoms

Sexual Health Topics: Men’s Sexual Health

Delayed ejaculation (DE) is a sexual health condition in which a man takes a long time to ejaculate or is unable to ejaculate, particularly during partnered sex. It can also refer to a significant increase in the time it takes a man to ejaculate during sex compared to his previous “normal.” Often, ejaculation latency time is discussed with regard to DE, which is the time it takes a person to ejaculate during penetrative sex.

The History of the Clitoris

The History of the Clitoris

Sexual Health Topics: Women’s Sexual Health

The clitoris is an organ that is central to female sexual pleasure, yet very little was known about it until recently. Unlike its anatomical counterpart, the penis, which was accurately described as early as 35 BCE by Hippocrates, the clitoris was not fully anatomically described until the year 2005. This historical neglect of the clitoris has led to some major consequences for patients, health care professionals, and society as a whole.

Identifying Transgender Women in the Veterans Affairs Medical Record

Identifying Transgender Women in the Veterans Affairs Medical Record

Sexual Health Topics: Sexual Orientation & LGBTQIA+ Health

Historically, there has been a considerable lack of research on care for transgender individuals. Expanding on this data could go a long way toward addressing the health inequities that disproportionately affect this group as well as toward understanding and meeting their unique health care needs.

Patients Taking HIV Medications May Be at Increased Risk of Priapism

Patients Taking HIV Medications May Be at Increased Risk of Priapism

Sexual Health Topics: Men’s Sexual Health

Priapism is a long-lasting, unwanted, and often painful erection. Individuals who have an erection for more than four hours should seek emergency medical care to mitigate any potential damage to the penis. Even when priapism is addressed quickly and properly, it can lead to sexual dysfunction such as erectile dysfunction (ED), Peyronie’s disease (PD), or recurrent priapism.

Patterns in Orgasm Consistency, Relationship Satisfaction, and Sexual Satisfaction

Patterns in Orgasm Consistency, Relationship Satisfaction, and Sexual Satisfaction

Sexual Health Topics: Men’s Sexual Health, Women’s Sexual Health

Many studies have shown there is a strong association between relationship satisfaction and sexual satisfaction. Couples who communicate well and maintain a close connection with one another also tend to be more satisfied with their sex life, whereas couples who experience discord in their relationship may feel less satisfied with their sex life.

Pain During Receptive Anal Intercourse May Impact Gay and Bisexual Men After Prostate Cancer Treatment

Pain During Receptive Anal Intercourse May Impact Gay and Bisexual Men After Prostate Cancer Treatment

Sexual Health Topics: Men’s Sexual Health, Cancer & Sexual Health (Oncosexology), Sexual Orientation & LGBTQIA+ Health

Prostate cancer treatments often have a negative impact on a man’s sexual function. However, to date, most of the research on prostate cancer and sexual dysfunction centers on erectile dysfunction, even though this cancer and its treatments may cause other sexual difficulties.

What Percentage of Pregnant Women Experience Sexual Dysfunction Symptoms?

What Percentage of Pregnant Women Experience Sexual Dysfunction Symptoms?

Sexual Health Topics: Women’s Sexual Health

Pregnancy causes several physical and hormonal changes in a woman’s body. These changes can have an impact on the expectant mother’s sexuality and sexual function.

Factors Associated With Sexual Dysfunction in Postmenopausal Women

Factors Associated With Sexual Dysfunction in Postmenopausal Women

Sexual Health Topics: Women’s Sexual Health

Menopause is a transition that occurs for women in mid-life when their monthly menstruation cycle stops. When this happens, the body’s estrogen levels drop, which can cause hot flashes and night sweats (vasomotor symptoms), vaginal dryness, pain with intercourse, and changes in mood.

The Interplay of Sexual Dysfunction, Depression, and Marital Dissatisfaction

The Interplay of Sexual Dysfunction, Depression, and Marital Dissatisfaction

Sexual Health Topics: Men’s Sexual Health, Women’s Sexual Health, Mental Health & Psychology

Sexual dysfunction, mental health issues, and relationship dissatisfaction are often interrelated issues. Past studies have shown a relationship between relationship quality and sexual satisfaction that is bidirectional, meaning that it occurs in both directions. If a person is satisfied in their relationship, they are more likely to be satisfied with their sex life and vice versa. On the other hand, if a person is dissatisfied in their relationship, they are more likely to experience sexual dissatisfaction.

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