Browse Sexual Health Q&A Topics by Condition
Anejaculation
BPH
- What is benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)? How is it diagnosed?
- What are some nonsurgical treatments for an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia – BPH)?
- Does having an enlarged prostate (BPH) affect sexual performance?
- What is water vapor thermal therapy and what is it used for?
- Should men with an enlarged prostate avoid certain medications?
- What is a prostatic urethral lift procedure?
- What is prostatic artery embolization (PAE) for BPH?
- What are some common minimally-invasive procedures used to treat BPH/LUTS
- What are some common surgical procedures used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)/lower urin
- Can an enlarged prostate be treated with a stent?
- Is BPH the same as prostate cancer?
- Are sexual problems linked to 5ARI use for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)?
- Is an enlarged prostate associated with a higher risk of prostate cancer?
- Does surgery for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) affect a man’s sexual function?
Delayed Ejaculation
Erectile Dysfunction
- Is erectile dysfunction (ED) just part of aging?
- Can obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) lead to erectile dysfunction (ED)? Can treatment help?
- Is there a way to help men continue with penile rehabilitation therapy that involves penile injections?
- Does gallbladder stone disease raise a man’s risk for erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- What is the difference between sexual performance anxiety and erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- What is erectile dysfunction (ED)? What causes ED? How is ED treated?
- Are erectile dysfunction (ED) and depression related?
- Can coffee intake affect erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- Is a lack of morning erections a concern?
- Can a vasectomy cause erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- Is a man’s blood type related to his chances of developing erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- Can certain foods or beverages make erectile dysfunction (ED) drugs less effective?
- What is venous leakage and how does it cause erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- Is high blood pressure related to erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- What happens if you take too much of an oral erectile dysfunction (ED) medication?
- Does masturbation cause erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- What is priapism?
- What causes priapism and how is it treated?
- Are sexual problems linked to 5ARI use for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)?
- How does diabetes lead to erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- Is there a link between erectile dysfunction (ED) and glaucoma?
- What can men do if oral drugs for erectile dysfunction (ED) aren’t an option?
- Is there a link between erectile dysfunction (ED) and osteoporosis?
- Do vitamin D levels have any impact on a man’s erections?
- Can consuming soft drinks lead to erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- Should men stop taking erectile dysfunction (ED) drugs before having surgery?
- Are certain foods helpful in addressing erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- What are the six modifiable risk factors for ED for men with ischemic heart disease?
- Is there a link between erectile dysfunction (ED) and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)?
- Do drugs for erectile dysfunction (ED) cause melanoma?
- Can smoking affect a man’s erections?
- Will a man develop sexual difficulties after a pelvic fracture?
- Is there a potential connection between erectile dysfunction (ED) and dementia?
- Is sexual dysfunction common among male partners of infertile couples during the fertile period?
- Can increasing caffeine intake help with erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- What is a penile plethysmograph?
- Can thyroid problems contribute to erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- Can exercise help with erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- Will medications for erectile dysfunction (ED) enhance sexual performance for men without ED?
- Can medication for erectile dysfunction shorten a man’s refractory period?
- What recent research has been conducted on shockwave therapy for treatment of erectile dysfunction?
- What is a constriction ring? Why should one be used with caution?
- What is penile ultrasound?
- What is nocturnal penile tumescence (NPT)?
- What is the nocturnal penile tumescence (NPT) test?
- How are sexual problems treated in people addicted to drugs and alcohol?
- What is shockwave therapy and how might it help men with erectile dysfunction?
- What are condom-associated erection problems (CAEP)?
- Is there a link between COPD and erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- Is erectile dysfunction (ED) common in men under age 40?
- What is the link between erectile dysfunction (ED) and coronary artery disease?
- How does erectile dysfunction (ED) affect partners?
- How important are partners in the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- How does erectile dysfunction (ED) affect a man’s self-esteem?
- Can gout affect sexual health and performance?
- How many men give up on erectile dysfunction (ED) medications? Why?
- Why is it important to follow erectile dysfunction (ED) treatment instructions?
- What should heart patients know about medications and sex?
- What is a penile rehabilitation program (PRP)?
- What does a penile rehabilitation program (PRP) involve?
- How successful are penile rehabilitation programs (PRPs)?
- Is it safe to buy erection-enhancing drugs over the internet?
- How can you tell if a medication is counterfeit?
- Can stents help men with erectile dysfunction?
- What lifestyle changes can men make to improve their erectile function?
- What are some effects of sustained pornography use?
- Is there a link between psoriasis and male sexual dysfunction?
- What is the link between erectile dysfunction and gum disease?
- Is there a connection between an overactive thyroid gland and erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- What kinds of pills are used to treat erectile dysfunction?
- What are some side effects of erectile dysfunction drugs?
- How do pills for erectile dysfunction work?
- Is it safe to use herbal supplements and over-the-counter products to treat erectile dysfunction?
- Who shouldn’t take erectile dysfunction drugs?
- How can diabetic men prevent or control erectile dysfunction?
- How does diabetes lead to erectile dysfunction?
- How common is erectile dysfunction among men with diabetes?
- What is the connection between NSAIDs and erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- Why does it appear that men who take NSAIDs regularly are more likely to have ED?
- Should men stop taking NSAIDs?
- Can erectile dysfunction (ED) be a symptom of other medical conditions?
- What kinds of sexual problems might cancer patients face?
- Is there a relationship between partners’ sexual functioning?
- What types of drugs have general sexual side effects?
- What can patients do about sexual side effects from medications?
- Can testosterone replacement therapy help men with erectile dysfunction (ED) and low testosterone?
- How might prostate cancer treatment affect the sexual health of gay and bisexual men?
- Would shockwave therapy be helpful for erectile dysfunction related to prostate cancer treatment?
- How might Peyronie’s disease cause erectile dysfunction?
- Is there any relationship between penile curvature in men with Peyronie’s disease and ED?
- Can marijuana affect a man’s sexual function?
- Can a man develop erectile dysfunction (ED) after a prostate biopsy?
- Are oral drugs for erectile dysfunction (ED) linked to prostate cancer risk?
- How does ADT affect sexual health?
Female Sexual Health
- What should I know about viral hepatitis and sex?
- Can SARS-CoV-2 be found in semen?
- How might PTSD impact sexual function?
- What should I know about anal sex and HIV risk?
- How might sickle cell disease impact sexual function?
- How can partners maintain sexual intimacy if one has aphasia?
- How does tobacco use affect sexual health?
- How might sexual health and intimacy change after a stroke?
- Do women usually orgasm via vaginal intercourse with a male partner?
- What are some sex-related risk factors for oral cancer?
- Does alcohol make sex better?
- How might Parkinson’s disease affect sexual relationships?
- What is sexual assault?
- Is it safe to have sex during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic?
- What is fetishism? Can it be treated?
- What is gender fluidity?
- Can cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) help people with sexual dysfunction?
- What is sexual consent? How can I be sure it has been granted?
- How might breastfeeding affect a woman’s sex life?
- Is oral sex safe for pregnant women?
- How is hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) treated in women?
- Is hypersexuality (sometimes called sex addiction) a real health condition?
- What can I do about antidepressant-associated sexual dysfunction?
- What is a loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP)? Does it affect a woman’s sexual function?
- What should I know about genital herpes?
- What is Vyleesi (Bremelanotide)?
- Why might sex become less satisfying as people age?
- How frequent are erotic dreams?
- Should I see a doctor about low sex drive?
- How can I ensure that sexual role playing is safe and consensual?
- What is genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder (GPPPD)?
- How can my partner and I maintain a sexual connection during fertility treatment and challenges?
- Is there a link between smell and sexual arousal?
- What is persistent genital arousal disorder (PGAD)?
- What is adenomyosis? How is it diagnosed and treated?
- How might multiple sclerosis (MS) affect a person sexually?
- Can high blood pressure medications lower sex drive?
- Does the G-Spot Really Exist?
- What is a dental dam? How is one used?
- Are sexual fantasies normal?
- What is sexual mindfulness and how might it improve sex?
- Can marijuana affect a woman’s sexual function?
- Does Tribulus terrestris boost sexual function?
- How might bipolar disorder affect sexuality?
- How do healthcare providers evaluate women’s sexual pain?
- If a person hasn’t had sex in a long time, how can they prepare for a new sexual relationship?
- How might cancer and its treatment affect body image?
- Is it safe to have sex during a woman’s menstrual period? Are there any benefits?
- What is a vibrator and can it improve sexual health?
- What is platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, and can it benefit sexual health or performance?
- How common is sexual dysfunction among adults with type 1 diabetes?
- What is vaginal rejuvenation?
- How might cancer patients preserve their sexuality?
- Does Viagra help women with sexual problems?
- What are “Blue Balls” and “Blue Vulva”?
- Can seasonal affective disorder impact sexual health?
- Does treatment for head and neck cancers affect a person’s sexuality?
- Do women reach orgasm more quickly during masturbation or partnered sex?
- How could opioid use affect sexual health?
- How does thyroid disease impact a person’s sexual health?
- Is “dead vagina syndrome” a real medical condition?
- How many women have sexual problems?
- What is sexual arousal disorder?
- What is hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) in women? What causes it?
- What is sexual anorexia?
- Can human growth hormone boost sexual health or performance?
- How might a woman’s genitals change after vaginal childbirth?
- How are sexual problems treated in people addicted to drugs and alcohol?
- What is dyspareunia?
- Can gout affect sexual health and performance?
- What should heart patients know about medications and sex?
- What are some effects of sustained pornography use?
- How is hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) in women diagnosed?
- What kinds of sexual problems might cancer patients face?
- Is there a relationship between partners’ sexual functioning?
- What types of drugs have general sexual side effects?
- Why is sleep important for sexual health?
- What are vaginal fluids and what is their purpose?
- Why might intensity of orgasm decline?
- Is a person’s sex drive genetic/inherited?
- Can women reach orgasm without direct sexual stimulation?
- What are multiple orgasms? How common are they?
- What can patients do about sexual side effects from medications?
- How likely is sexual activity to trigger sudden cardiac arrest?
- What is post-orgasmic illness syndrome (POIS)?
- Does a person’s libido/sexual desire necessarily decline with age?
- What is BRCA prophylactic surgery and what sexual side effects can occur?
- Is anal sex common? Is it dangerous?
- Is flibanserin (Addyi) safe for women who take antidepressants?
- What is virginity testing? Why is it used, and what are its potential effects?
- Is oral sex related to certain types of cancers?
- How do shape, size, and location of the clitoris affect sexual pleasure?
- What is sexual narcissism?
- What are Kegel exercises and what sexual health benefits might they have?
- What is asexuality?
- Are there any “natural aphrodisiacs” that actually work?
- If a person engages in kink sexual behaviors, should his or her doctor know?
- How common is partial or full removal of pubic hair?
- Does condom use have benefits for women beyond protection from STIs and unwanted pregnancy?
- How common is it to “fake” an orgasm, and why do people do it?
- Can cycling cause sexual dysfunction?
- How common is oral sex?
- Are there differences between vaginally-stimulated and clitorally-stimulated orgasms?
- What is a sperm allergy?
- How is sperm allergy treated?
- What is vaginal laxity and how might it be addressed?
- How does a hysterectomy impact sexual function and health?
- How common is sexual dysfunction among adolescents?
- How is lichen sclerosus diagnosed and treated?
- What causes lichen sclerosus?
- What is lichen sclerosus and whom does it affect?
- What happens during sex therapy?
- How does one find a sex therapist?
- What are sex therapists? What do they do?
- Can the vagina tighten over time?
- What is “edging” and why might it be employed?
- Is oxytocin recommended for treatment of female sexual dysfunction?
- How can diabetes affect a woman’s sex life?
- Can a woman’s lipid profile affect her sexual health?
- Does pubic hair removal have any medical or therapeutic benefit?
- What is a vaginal pessary and how does it affect sexual health?
- Can weight-loss surgery improve patients’ sex lives?
- What is the “normal” frequency of masturbation?
- What is postcoital dysphoria (“post-sex blues”)?
- Could switching antidepressants help sexual dysfunction?
- Which sex positions are best for people with low back pain?
- What is clitorodynia (clitoral pain)?
- What is the “normal” frequency of sex?
- What are some of the health risks of Addyi?
- What are some side effects of Addyi?
- Will Addyi be available outside the United States?
- What is Addyi?
- How might treatment for gynecologic cancer affect a woman’s sex life?
- What is flibanserin and how does it work?
- Can inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) affect a person’s sex life?
- Is there such a thing as female premature orgasm?
- What is congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH)?
- What does the term “intersex” mean?
- How soon can couples have sex again after a miscarriage?
- Does method of childbirth affect sexual function later?
- What is orgasmic anhedonia/pleasure dissociative orgasmic dysfunction?
- Can yoga improve sexual function?
- How might circumcision affect a partner’s sexual pleasure?
- Can allergies to personal care items affect one’s sex life?
- What is vaginal electrical stimulation (VES) and what is it used for?
- Is it safe for heart patients to have sex?
- What are paraphilias?
- What is a prolactinoma and how can it affect a person’s sexual function?
- How common are various sexual fantasies?
- What are some causes of sexual pain for women?
- Why might a woman have her ovaries removed?
- Can ovary removal have effects on sexual health/functioning?
- Do women ejaculate?
- Do women have wet dreams?
- What is genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM)?
- How is genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) treated?
- What are aromatase inhibitors? Do they cause sexual problems for women?
- Why do some breastfeeding women experience pain during sex?
- What is a tilted uterus how might it affect a woman sexually?
- What are uterine fibroids?
- How might uterine fibroids affect a woman’s sex life?
- What should women know about sex and urinary tract infections (UTIs)?
- How might multiple sclerosis affect a person sexually?
- Does clitoral size affect sexual functioning and pleasure?
- What medications might lower a person’s libido?
- Can medication for erectile dysfunction (ED) help women with menstrual cramps?
- What are some of the physical complications of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?
- What are some of the psychological and emotional complications of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?
- What is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?
- How is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) treated?
- Do hormones influence women’s sexual behavior?
- What are some tips for using condoms correctly?
- What does “sex positive” mean?
- What is pelvic floor physical therapy?
- What are vaginal dilators?
- What factors might affect a pregnant woman’s sexual function?
- What is provoked vestibulodynia (PVD)?
- How is provoked vestibulodynia (PVD) treated?
- What are some common sexual side effects of oral contraceptives (birth control pills)?
- What should a woman do if she thinks oral contraceptives are causing sexual problems?
- What is sex like for a woman who has been treated for vaginal agenesis?
- What are some of the psychological and emotional effects of vaginal agenesis?
- Is a girl born with vaginal agenesis still a female?
- How successful is treatment for vaginal agenesis?
- What are disorders of sex development (DSDs)?
- What causes disorders of sex development (DSDs)?
- What is vaginal agenesis/Mayer–Rokitansky–Küster–Hauser syndrome?
- How is vaginal agenesis/Mayer–Rokitansky–Küster–Hauser syndrome treated?
- Can women who have been treated for Mayer–Rokitansky–Küster–Hauser syndrome have children?
- Can a person with an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) have sex regularly?
- How might an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) affect a person’s sex life?
- What is bacterial vaginosis?
- How is bacterial vaginosis treated?
- What are possible complications for bacterial vaginosis?
- What is the refractory period?
- How common is vaginal atrophy?
- Why is vaginal atrophy important?
- How might a person’s mood and gender affect recollections of sex?
- What is female orgasmic disorder (FOD)?
- How is female orgasmic disorder (FOD) treated?
- What causes female orgasmic disorder (FOD)?
- How might a partner’s response affect a woman who has pain with intercourse?
- What is vulvar and vaginal atrophy (VVA)?
- How can vulvar and vaginal atrophy be treated?
- Why is vaginal lubrication important for women?
- What kinds of sexual problems are caused by endometriosis?
- What can women with endometriosis do to improve their sexual relationships?
- What can women do if urinary incontinence affects their sex lives?
- Can urinary incontinence affect a woman’s sexual function?
- What are sex headaches?
- How can sex headaches be prevented?
- How do depression and anxiety during pregnancy and the postpartum period affect a woman’s sex life?
- When should sex during pregnancy be avoided?
- What is a lubricant?
- What are some common pubic hair removal methods for women?
- What are the health risks of removing women’s pubic hair?
- Is removing pubic hair now the norm among women?
- Why might a woman remove her pubic hair?
- Is pubic hair removal related to sexual function or behaviors?
- What are some common sexual problems for women after childbirth?
- Can sexually-transmitted infections (STIs) pass to a fetus?
- Are oral and anal sex safe for pregnant women?
- How might fertility treatment affect a woman’s sexuality?
- Will having sex during pregnancy hurt the fetus?
- How does pregnancy affect sex?
- What sexual positions might be more comfortable for pregnant women?
- What are some of the physical changes that may affect sexual health as people age?
- What are some social sexual health concerns for people as they get older?
- Is sexuality important to people at the end of life?
- What are some obstacles to sexual relations at the end of life? How can they be managed?
- Is testosterone therapy safe for women?
- Can testosterone therapy help women who have low desire?
- What side effects may occur when women take testosterone?
- Which women should not have testosterone therapy?
- How might epilepsy affect sexual function?
- What can be done to help people with epilepsy who want to have sex?
- Can a woman with sperm allergy still become pregnant?
- If a woman experiences low sex drive because of oral contraceptives, what should she do?
- What is anorgasmia (a.k.a. orgasmic disorder)?
- What is vaginismus?
- What is female ejaculation?
- What is the G-spot?
- What is female genital cutting?
- Can a woman with sperm allergy still become pregnant?
- What are Lybrido and Lybridos?
- Can exposure to certain chemicals affect sexual health?
- Is there a connection between testosterone and dementia?
- How long should sex last?
- What is gender reassignment surgery?
HSDD (Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder)
- How is hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) treated in women?
- What is Vyleesi (Bremelanotide)?
- Should I see a doctor about low sex drive?
- What is hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) in women? What causes it?
- How is hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) in women diagnosed?
- What types of drugs have general sexual side effects?
- What can patients do about sexual side effects from medications?
- Is flibanserin (Addyi) safe for women who take antidepressants?
- Is oxytocin recommended for treatment of female sexual dysfunction?
- What are some of the health risks of Addyi?
- What are some side effects of Addyi?
- Will Addyi be available outside the United States?
- What is Addyi?
- What is flibanserin and how does it work?
- What are Lybrido and Lybridos?
- How do relationship problems cause HSDD?
- What is the Decreased Sexual Desire Screener (DSDS)?
- What kinds of questions are on the Decreased Sexual Desire Screener (DSDS)?
- What happens after the DSDS?
Low Testosterone
- Do men go through male menopause?
- What is low testosterone? What are the symptoms and how is it diagnosed?
- How is low testosterone treated?
- Can testosterone replacement therapy help men with erectile dysfunction (ED) and low testosterone?
- Can exposure to certain chemicals affect sexual health?
- Is there a connection between testosterone and dementia?
- Are there natural ways to boost testosterone?
- What are normal testosterone levels in men?
- How does one use a testosterone gel?
- What are the benefits of testosterone therapy?
- What are some of the side effects and risks of testosterone therapy?
- Does consuming soy affect a man’s testosterone levels?
- Can a man’s testosterone levels affect his immune system?
- Can testosterone replacement therapy help men with type 2 diabetes?
- Can prescription medications affect testosterone levels?
- Is there a link between obesity and low testosterone in men?
- Why does obesity lead to low testosterone?
- What can obese men do if they have low testosterone?
- Can testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) make a man infertile?
- What kind of follow-up is needed for a man on testosterone therapy?
- What is the connection between low testosterone and osteoporosis?
Male Sexual Health
- What role might androgens play in COVID-19?
- What should I know about viral hepatitis and sex?
- Can SARS-CoV-2 be found in semen?
- How might PTSD impact sexual function?
- What should I know about anal sex and HIV risk?
- How might sickle cell disease impact sexual function?
- How can partners maintain sexual intimacy if one has aphasia?
- Is erectile dysfunction (ED) just part of aging?
- How does tobacco use affect sexual health?
- How might sexual health and intimacy change after a stroke?
- Can obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) lead to erectile dysfunction (ED)? Can treatment help?
- What are some sex-related risk factors for oral cancer?
- Does alcohol make sex better?
- How might Parkinson’s disease affect sexual relationships?
- What is sexual assault?
- Is it safe to have sex during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic?
- Can an inguinal hernia affect a man’s sexual function?
- What is fetishism? Can it be treated?
- What is gender fluidity?
- Can cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) help people with sexual dysfunction?
- What is sexual consent? How can I be sure it has been granted?
- What is a vasectomy? Does it affect a man’s sexual function?
- Is hypersexuality (sometimes called sex addiction) a real health condition?
- What can I do about antidepressant-associated sexual dysfunction?
- Should men be concerned about semen leakage?
- What should I know about genital herpes?
- Should a man worry about a veiny penis?
- Is there a way to help men continue with penile rehabilitation therapy that involves penile injections?
- Why might sex become less satisfying as people age?
- How frequent are erotic dreams?
- Should I see a doctor about low sex drive?
- How can I ensure that sexual role playing is safe and consensual?
- How can my partner and I maintain a sexual connection during fertility treatment and challenges?
- Is there a link between smell and sexual arousal?
- How might multiple sclerosis (MS) affect a person sexually?
- How and why should a man measure his penis?
- Can high blood pressure medications lower sex drive?
- Should men be concerned about watery semen? Does it affect their fertility?
- What are some ways men can take care of their testicles?
- Does gallbladder stone disease raise a man’s risk for erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- What is a dental dam? How is one used?
- Are sexual fantasies normal?
- What is sexual mindfulness and how might it improve sex?
- Does Tribulus terrestris boost sexual function?
- How might bipolar disorder affect sexuality?
- If a person hasn’t had sex in a long time, how can they prepare for a new sexual relationship?
- How might cancer and its treatment affect body image?
- Is it safe to have sex during a woman’s menstrual period? Are there any benefits?
- Why might a man’s penis shrink?
- What is a vibrator and can it improve sexual health?
- What is platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, and can it benefit sexual health or performance?
- How common is sexual dysfunction among adults with type 1 diabetes?
- How might cancer patients preserve their sexuality?
- What are “Blue Balls” and “Blue Vulva”?
- Can seasonal affective disorder impact sexual health?
- Does treatment for head and neck cancers affect a person’s sexuality?
- What do the terms “shower” and “grower” mean in terms of penis length?
- How could opioid use affect sexual health?
- How does thyroid disease impact a person’s sexual health?
- What is the difference between sexual performance anxiety and erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- Is a penis transplant possible?
- Does sex reduce a man’s risk for prostate cancer?
- What is erectile dysfunction (ED)? What causes ED? How is ED treated?
- Can coffee intake affect erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- Do men go through male menopause?
- What are some nonsurgical treatments for an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia – BPH)?
- Does having an enlarged prostate (BPH) affect sexual performance?
- What are some common minimally-invasive procedures used to treat BPH/LUTS
- Can an enlarged prostate be treated with a stent?
- How is premature ejaculation diagnosed and treated?
- Is a lack of morning erections a concern?
- Can a vasectomy cause erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- What is sexual anorexia?
- What is venous leakage and how does it cause erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- What is a dry orgasm?
- What happens if you take too much of an oral erectile dysfunction (ED) medication?
- Can human growth hormone boost sexual health or performance?
- Does masturbation cause erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- What is priapism?
- What causes priapism and how is it treated?
- Are sexual problems linked to 5ARI use for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)?
- How does diabetes lead to erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- Is there a link between erectile dysfunction (ED) and osteoporosis?
- Should men stop taking erectile dysfunction (ED) drugs before having surgery?
- Are certain foods helpful in addressing erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- Is there a link between erectile dysfunction (ED) and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)?
- Do drugs for erectile dysfunction (ED) cause melanoma?
- Can smoking affect a man’s erections?
- Will a man develop sexual difficulties after a pelvic fracture?
- Is there a potential connection between erectile dysfunction (ED) and dementia?
- Is sexual dysfunction common among male partners of infertile couples during the fertile period?
- Can thyroid problems contribute to erectile dysfunction (ED)?
- Will medications for erectile dysfunction (ED) enhance sexual performance for men without ED?
- Can medication for erectile dysfunction shorten a man’s refractory period?
- What is penile ultrasound?
- What is nocturnal penile tumescence (NPT)?
- How are sexual problems treated in people addicted to drugs and alcohol?
- What are condom-associated erection problems (CAEP)?
- Is erectile dysfunction (ED) common in men under age 40?
- What is the link between erectile dysfunction (ED) and coronary artery disease?
- Can gout affect sexual health and performance?
- What should heart patients know about medications and sex?
- What is low testosterone? What are the symptoms and how is it diagnosed?
- Can stents help men with erectile dysfunction?
- What lifestyle changes can men make to improve their erectile function?
- What are some effects of sustained pornography use?
- What kinds of sexual problems might cancer patients face?
- Is there a relationship between partners’ sexual functioning?
- What types of drugs have general sexual side effects?
- Why is sleep important for sexual health?
- Why might intensity of orgasm decline?
- Is a person’s sex drive genetic/inherited?
- What are multiple orgasms? How common are they?
- What can patients do about sexual side effects from medications?
- How likely is sexual activity to trigger sudden cardiac arrest?
- What is post-orgasmic illness syndrome (POIS)?
- Does a person’s libido/sexual desire necessarily decline with age?
- Is anal sex common? Is it dangerous?
- Is oral sex related to certain types of cancers?
- What is sexual narcissism?
- What are Kegel exercises and what sexual health benefits might they have?
- What is asexuality?
- Are there any “natural aphrodisiacs” that actually work?
- If a person engages in kink sexual behaviors, should his or her doctor know?
- How common is partial or full removal of pubic hair?
- How common is it to “fake” an orgasm, and why do people do it?
- Can cycling cause sexual dysfunction?
- How common is oral sex?
- How common is sexual dysfunction among adolescents?
- How is lichen sclerosus diagnosed and treated?
- What causes lichen sclerosus?
- What is lichen sclerosus and whom does it affect?
- What happens during sex therapy?
- How does one find a sex therapist?
- What are sex therapists? What do they do?
- What is “edging” and why might it be employed?
- Does pubic hair removal have any medical or therapeutic benefit?
- Can weight-loss surgery improve patients’ sex lives?
- What is the “normal” frequency of masturbation?
- What is postcoital dysphoria (“post-sex blues”)?
- Could switching antidepressants help sexual dysfunction?
- Which sex positions are best for people with low back pain?
- What is the “normal” frequency of sex?
- Can inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) affect a person’s sex life?
- What is congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH)?
- What does the term “intersex” mean?
- What is orgasmic anhedonia/pleasure dissociative orgasmic dysfunction?
- Can yoga improve sexual function?
- How might circumcision affect a partner’s sexual pleasure?
- Can allergies to personal care items affect one’s sex life?
- Is it safe for heart patients to have sex?
- What are paraphilias?
- What is a prolactinoma and how can it affect a person’s sexual function?
- How common are various sexual fantasies?
- How might multiple sclerosis affect a person sexually?
- What medications might lower a person’s libido?
- What are some tips for using condoms correctly?
- What does “sex positive” mean?
- What is pelvic floor physical therapy?
- Can testosterone replacement therapy help men with erectile dysfunction (ED) and low testosterone?
- What are disorders of sex development (DSDs)?
- What causes disorders of sex development (DSDs)?
- Can a person with an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) have sex regularly?
- How might an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) affect a person’s sex life?
- What is the refractory period?
- How might a person’s mood and gender affect recollections of sex?
- What are sex headaches?
- How can sex headaches be prevented?
- What is a lubricant?
- What are some of the physical changes that may affect sexual health as people age?
- What are some social sexual health concerns for people as they get older?
- Is sexuality important to people at the end of life?
- What are some obstacles to sexual relations at the end of life? How can they be managed?
- How might epilepsy affect sexual function?
- What can be done to help people with epilepsy who want to have sex?
- What is anorgasmia (a.k.a. orgasmic disorder)?
- Can exposure to certain chemicals affect sexual health?
- Is there a connection between testosterone and dementia?
- Are there natural ways to boost testosterone?
- What are normal testosterone levels in men?
- How does one use a testosterone gel?
- What are some of the side effects and risks of testosterone therapy?
- Does consuming soy affect a man’s testosterone levels?
- Can a man’s testosterone levels affect his immune system?
- Can testosterone replacement therapy help men with type 2 diabetes?
- Can prescription medications affect testosterone levels?
- Can testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) make a man infertile?
- How long should sex last?
- What is a prostate-induced orgasm?
- What are prostatic calculi (prostate stones)? Do they affect sexual function?
- What are ways to loosen a tight foreskin?
- What are sleep-related painful erections?
- What causes painful orgasm in men, and how can it be treated?
- What might it mean if a man’s semen color changes?
- What is a penis fracture, and how is it treated?
- Could antibiotics after sex prevent sexually-transmitted infections (STIs)?
- Does engaging in sex affect personal workouts or sporting performance?
- Does a man’s penis change as he gets older?
- What is pre-ejaculate or precum?
- How is acute bacterial prostatitis treated?
- How is acute bacterial prostatitis diagnosed?
- What is acute bacterial prostatitis? What are its symptoms?
- Can a man do exercises to loosen a tight foreskin?
- What can be done about a man’s lower libido?
- Do men suffer from low libido?
- What are the most common ejaculatory dysfunctions?
- What is climacturia? How can it be managed?
- What is a hidden/buried penis?
- Should men be concerned about semen volume?
- What factors determine semen volume?
- Does resveratrol reduce prostate volume?
- What should men know about sex and urinary tract infections?
- What is hematospermia?
- How is penile cancer treated?
- How might penile cancer – and its treatment – affect a man’s sex life?
- What is penile cancer?
- What are risk factors for penile cancer?
- What are the signs and symptoms of penile cancer?
- How might removal of one or both testicles affect a man’s sex life?
- Why might a man need to have one or both testicles removed?
- What is penis captivus?
- What is the foreskin?
- How common is circumcision around the world?
- Does circumcision affect sexual function or pleasure?
- What medical conditions can affect the foreskin?
- How should an uncircumcised man wash his penis?
- What is hyperprolactinemia and how does it affect male sexual health?
- What is phimosis?
- How is phimosis treated?
- What is chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS)?
- How does aging affect a man’s refractory period?
- Can medication help men who have problems with ejaculation and orgasm?
- What are some benefits of circumcision?
- What are some potential complications of circumcision?
- What is the American Academy of Pediatrics stance on circumcision?
- Why might an adult male be circumcised?
- What is hematospermia?
- If a man finds blood in his semen, should he be worried?
- What causes blood in the semen?
- How is hematospermia treated?
- Can marijuana affect a man’s sexual function?
- How does ADT affect sexual health?
- Does sexual orientation alter sexual recovery following prostate cancer?
- What is androgen deprivation therapy (ADT)?
- Does surgery for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) affect a man’s sexual function?
- What is gender reassignment surgery?
Penile Prosthesis
- What is a penile prosthesis?
- When should a man consider a penile implant / prosthesis?
- Generally, how satisfied are men with their penile implants?
- Can the pump of a penile implant get “stuck”?
- Does a penile prosthesis (implant) affect the size of the penis?
- Is penile implant surgery safe for men who take anticoagulants?
- What if I don’t like the implant? Can the operation be reversed?
- Will sex still feel the same with a prosthesis?
- What is the satisfaction rate for penile prostheses?
- Can the prosthesis wear out?
- What is the implant procedure like?
- What are some of the drawbacks of a penile prosthesis? Can the device malfunction?
- What types of prostheses are available?
Penile Surgery
- Is a penis transplant possible?
- What is penile ultrasound?
- How might circumcision affect a partner’s sexual pleasure?
- What are ways to loosen a tight foreskin?
- How is penile cancer treated?
- How might penile cancer – and its treatment – affect a man’s sex life?
- How might removal of one or both testicles affect a man’s sex life?
- Why might a man need to have one or both testicles removed?
- What is phimosis?
- How is phimosis treated?
- What are some benefits of circumcision?
- What are some potential complications of circumcision?
- What is the American Academy of Pediatrics stance on circumcision?
- Why might an adult male be circumcised?
- Is penile implant surgery safe for men who take anticoagulants?
- Is penile surgery common?
- What are some of the risks of penile surgery?
- Is penile surgery always necessary?
- Why might a man have surgery on his penis?
Penis Enlargement
Peyronie's Disease
- What is Peyronie’s disease?
- How is Peyronie’s disease treated?
- What surgical treatments are available for Peyronie’s disease?
- What are some nonsurgical treatments for Peyronie’s disease?
- Are any new treatments for Peyronie’s disease being developed?
- How might Peyronie’s disease cause erectile dysfunction?
- Is there any relationship between penile curvature in men with Peyronie’s disease and ED?
- How do plaques cause the penis to bend?
- What causes the plaques?
- Where are the plaques located?
- How might Peyronie’s disease affect a man’s partner?
- Are there personal health risk factors associated with Peyronie’s disease?
- How is Peyronie’s disease diagnosed?
- Peyronie’s Disease and Grafts: What is a graft?
- How can grafts help men with Peyronie’s disease?
- Where might graft material for Peyronie’s disease procedures come from?
- Which men are good candidates for a graft procedure for Peyronie’s disease?
- What are some complications of a graft procedure for Peyronie’s disease?
- What is the connection between Peyronie’s disease and Dupuytren’s contracture?
Premature Ejaculation
- What is premature ejaculation? What causes it?
- How is premature ejaculation diagnosed and treated?
- How long should sex last?
- What are the most common ejaculatory dysfunctions?
- Can marijuana affect a man’s sexual function?
- Can dapoxetine and tramadol be used to treat premature ejaculation (PE)?
- Can medications for erectile dysfunction (ED) help men with premature ejaculation?
- How might erectile dysfunction (ED) drugs help with premature ejaculation?
- What research has been done on erectile dysfunction (ED) drugs and premature ejaculation treatment?
Priapism
Prostate Cancer
- Is there a way to help men continue with penile rehabilitation therapy that involves penile injections?
- What is prostate cancer?
- What are the symptoms of prostate cancer?
- How is prostate cancer diagnosed?
- What are the risk factors for prostate cancer?
- How is prostate cancer treated?
- Does sex reduce a man’s risk for prostate cancer?
- Is an enlarged prostate associated with a higher risk of prostate cancer?
- What kinds of sexual problems might cancer patients face?
- How might prostate cancer treatment affect the sexual health of gay and bisexual men?
- Would shockwave therapy be helpful for erectile dysfunction related to prostate cancer treatment?
- Can a man develop erectile dysfunction (ED) after a prostate biopsy?
- Are oral drugs for erectile dysfunction (ED) linked to prostate cancer risk?
- How does ADT affect sexual health?
- Does sexual orientation alter sexual recovery following prostate cancer?
- What is androgen deprivation therapy (ADT)?
- What is high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) treatment? Does it have fewer sexual side effects?
- What is robotic-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy (RALP)?
Retrograde Ejaculation
Sexual Dysfunction
- What is penile dysmorphic disorder (PDD)?
- How might PTSD impact sexual function?
- How might sickle cell disease impact sexual function?
- How can partners maintain sexual intimacy if one has aphasia?
- How does tobacco use affect sexual health?
- How might sexual health and intimacy change after a stroke?
- Can obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) lead to erectile dysfunction (ED)? Can treatment help?
- Does alcohol make sex better?
- How might Parkinson’s disease affect sexual relationships?
- Can an inguinal hernia affect a man’s sexual function?
- What is fetishism? Can it be treated?
- Can cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) help people with sexual dysfunction?
- Is hypersexuality (sometimes called sex addiction) a real health condition?
- What can I do about antidepressant-associated sexual dysfunction?
- What is a loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP)? Does it affect a woman’s sexual function?
- What is Vyleesi (Bremelanotide)?
- Why might sex become less satisfying as people age?
- Should I see a doctor about low sex drive?
- What is genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder (GPPPD)?
- How can my partner and I maintain a sexual connection during fertility treatment and challenges?
- What is persistent genital arousal disorder (PGAD)?
- How might multiple sclerosis (MS) affect a person sexually?
- Can high blood pressure medications lower sex drive?
- How might bipolar disorder affect sexuality?
- How do healthcare providers evaluate women’s sexual pain?
- How might cancer and its treatment affect body image?
- What is platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, and can it benefit sexual health or performance?
- How common is sexual dysfunction among adults with type 1 diabetes?
- Does Viagra help women with sexual problems?
- Can seasonal affective disorder impact sexual health?
- Does treatment for head and neck cancers affect a person’s sexuality?
- How could opioid use affect sexual health?
- How does thyroid disease impact a person’s sexual health?
- Is “dead vagina syndrome” a real medical condition?
- What is anejaculation? What causes it? How is it treated?
- Does having an enlarged prostate (BPH) affect sexual performance?
- What are some common minimally-invasive procedures used to treat BPH/LUTS
- What is sexual anorexia?
- What is a dry orgasm?
- Will medications for erectile dysfunction (ED) enhance sexual performance for men without ED?
- How are sexual problems treated in people addicted to drugs and alcohol?
- What are some effects of sustained pornography use?
- Is there a link between psoriasis and male sexual dysfunction?
- What kinds of sexual problems might cancer patients face?
- Why is sleep important for sexual health?
- What can patients do about sexual side effects from medications?
- What is post-orgasmic illness syndrome (POIS)?
- What is BRCA prophylactic surgery and what sexual side effects can occur?
- Are there any “natural aphrodisiacs” that actually work?
- Can cycling cause sexual dysfunction?
- How does a hysterectomy impact sexual function and health?
- How common is sexual dysfunction among adolescents?
- What is lichen sclerosus and whom does it affect?
- What happens during sex therapy?
- How does one find a sex therapist?
- What are sex therapists? What do they do?
- How can diabetes affect a woman’s sex life?
- Can a woman’s lipid profile affect her sexual health?
- Can weight-loss surgery improve patients’ sex lives?
- What is postcoital dysphoria (“post-sex blues”)?
- Could switching antidepressants help sexual dysfunction?
- What is clitorodynia (clitoral pain)?
- How might treatment for gynecologic cancer affect a woman’s sex life?
- Can inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) affect a person’s sex life?
- Is there such a thing as female premature orgasm?
- What does the term “intersex” mean?
- Does method of childbirth affect sexual function later?
- What is orgasmic anhedonia/pleasure dissociative orgasmic dysfunction?
- Can allergies to personal care items affect one’s sex life?
- What is vaginal electrical stimulation (VES) and what is it used for?
- What are paraphilias?
- Why might a woman have her ovaries removed?
- Can ovary removal have effects on sexual health/functioning?
- What are aromatase inhibitors? Do they cause sexual problems for women?
- What is a tilted uterus how might it affect a woman sexually?
- What medications might lower a person’s libido?
- What are some of the physical complications of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?
- What are some of the psychological and emotional complications of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?
- What is pelvic floor physical therapy?
- What are vaginal dilators?
- What are disorders of sex development (DSDs)?
- What causes disorders of sex development (DSDs)?
- What kinds of sexual problems are caused by endometriosis?
- What can women with endometriosis do to improve their sexual relationships?
- What are sex headaches?
- How can sex headaches be prevented?
- What are some of the physical changes that may affect sexual health as people age?
- What are some social sexual health concerns for people as they get older?
- How might epilepsy affect sexual function?
- What can be done to help people with epilepsy who want to have sex?
- What is anorgasmia (a.k.a. orgasmic disorder)?
- What is vaginismus?
- What causes painful orgasm in men, and how can it be treated?
- Does a man’s penis change as he gets older?
- How might prostate cancer treatment affect the sexual health of gay and bisexual men?
- What are the most common ejaculatory dysfunctions?
- What is climacturia? How can it be managed?
- What is a hidden/buried penis?
- Does resveratrol reduce prostate volume?
- What is penis captivus?
- What is hyperprolactinemia and how does it affect male sexual health?
- Can medication help men who have problems with ejaculation and orgasm?
- Can marijuana affect a man’s sexual function?
- How does ADT affect sexual health?
- What is androgen deprivation therapy (ADT)?
- What is high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) treatment? Does it have fewer sexual side effects?
- Does surgery for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) affect a man’s sexual function?
- What causes paraphilias?
- How common are paraphilias?
- What is sexsomnia?
- How is sexsomnia treated?
- What is complete androgen insensitivity syndrome (CAIS)?
- How does complete androgen insensitivity syndrome (CAIS) affect sexual wellness?
- What are genital warts?
- How are genital warts treated?
- How might genital warts affect a person’s sex life?
- How can genital warts be prevented?
- What can be done to help someone who has a problem with pornography?
- How does psoriasis affect sexuality?
- What happens when psoriasis occurs on the genitals?
- How does rheumatoid arthritis affect sexual function?
- How common are sexual problems among people with rheumatoid arthritis?
- What can people with arthritis do to make sex easier and more enjoyable?
- Can sex relieve the pain of arthritis?
Spinal Cord Injury
- Why might spinal cord injuries affect sexual health?
- What are common sexual problems for men with spinal cord injury?
- How does spinal cord injury affect a man’s fertility?
- Can people with spinal instrumentation have satisfying sex lives?
- Can men with spinal cord injury ejaculate through masturbation?
- Can men with spinal cord injury ejaculate during sexual intercourse?
- What are some artificial methods of ejaculation?
- What is autonomic dysreflexia?
- How might spinal cord injury affect a woman’s sexuality?
STI/STD
- What should I know about viral hepatitis and sex?
- What should I know about anal sex and HIV risk?
- What are some sex-related risk factors for oral cancer?
- What is HPV? How is it transmitted?
- Is oral sex related to certain types of cancers?
- Does condom use have benefits for women beyond protection from STIs and unwanted pregnancy?
- Can sexually-transmitted infections (STIs) pass to a fetus?
- Could antibiotics after sex prevent sexually-transmitted infections (STIs)?
Transgender Health
- Is it safe to have sex during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic?
- Should transgender individuals be concerned about bone mineral density?
- What is phalloplasty?
- Are there guidelines for the care of transgender children and teens?
- What is the difference between transsexual and transgender?
- Can transgender women have orgasms after gender-reassignment surgery?
- What is gender dysphoria?
- What is gender reassignment surgery?
- What should transgender people know about breast cancer?
- What options are available for transmen who are unhappy with the appearance of their breasts?
- What is cross-sex hormone therapy?