Pelvic pain and urinary incontinence are embarrassing, but they’re a reality for many women. If you’re suffering with pelvic pain or other issues, it’s time to learn how pelvic floor therapy could improve your quality of life — without medication.
Peyronie’s disease causes painful, curved erections. Scar tissue forms inside the penis, changing its shape and feel. Peyronie’s can severely impact your sex life, but it doesn’t have to. Recognize the signs and learn about your treatment options.
Your libido naturally ebbs and flows over time. But if you’re consistently disinterested in sex and you’re distressed about it, it’s time to learn more about treatment options. Learn how Addyi® works for hypoactive sexual desire disorder.
Erectile dysfunction (ED) affects millions of men. It makes getting and maintaining an erection difficult, and it has the power to inhibit your sex life and your personal relationships. But is it an unavoidable part of aging?
As if aging weren’t bad enough on the outside, its effects on a woman’s sex life can be significant. Are you experiencing low libido resulting in relational issues? Here’s how the O-Shot® can help.
Counseling Recommended for Men with Small Penis Syndrome
What are some tips for using condoms correctly? Reviewed by the medical professionals of the ISSM’s Communication Committee
What should I know about anal sex and HIV risk?
COVID-19: Only 40% of UK Adults Sexually Active While Social Distancing
Reviewed by the medical professionals of the ISSM’s Communication Committee Shockwave therapy uses energy from acoustic waves to trigger a process called neovascularization in certain parts of the body.
Across the world, people are doing their part to slow down the spread of the coronavirus. We’re hunkering down, avoiding crowds, and keeping our distance. What does all this mean for sex? It’s important to know that the coronavirus can be spread...
A Double Blind, Placebo Controlled, Randomized Trial to Evaluate the Efficacy and Tolerability of On-Demand Oral Pregabalin (150 mg and 75 mg) in Treatment of Premature Ejaculation Mohamed Refaat El Najjar MD; Mohamed El Hariri MD; Ali Ramadan MD;...
How many men around the world aged 60 and under abstain from sex? The answer may depend on how you define “sex,” but a recent review of studies suggests it could be up to 84%.
When a woman is breastfeeding, she might develop some sexual difficulties, which may be related to hormonal factors, physical discomfort, fatigue, psychological factors or a combination of all the above.
In most cases, yes, giving and receiving oral sex is safe during pregnancy. However, pregnant women should be careful if they decide to have oral sex, as there are some risks. Air Embolism Women who receive oral sex should warn their partners against...
Many men with Peyronie’s disease also develop erectile dysfunction (ED – the inability to get an erection firm enough for sex). It’s possible to surgically treat both conditions, and a new study in Sexual Medicine describes some of the latest research...
When you’re finished with cancer treatment, you might feel relieved and excited to start a new chapter in your life. It can be a hopeful time. However, treatment itself can have side effects that last for years, in ways that you might not expect.
Scientists have investigated stem cell therapy for the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED), but few studies have focused on human subjects. A recent review paper in Sexual Medicine Reviews discusses human trials and stresses the need for more research.
Yes. In fact, sexual fantasies are quite common. In certain ways, sexual fantasies allow people to explore sexual relationships and activities that might not be realistic or acceptable in real life. For example, a person might fantasize about having...
Many women don’t tell their partners when sex is painful, suggests a recent Journal of Sexual Medicine study. When asked why, many feel that pain is just a normal part of sex or that their partner’s pleasure is the priority.
A follow-up analysis of the GETUG-AFU 16 trial demonstrated that adding androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) to radiotherapy salvage treatment reduces clinical progression and death in patients with prostate cancer...
Experts estimate that over 3.3 million women in the United States are forced or coerced into their first sexual experience, according to a recent study in JAMA Internal Medicine.
An Evaluation of a Clinical Care Pathway for the Management of Men With Nonorganic Erectile Dysfunction Lawrence C. Jenkins MD, MBA; Matthew Hall MD; Serkan Deveci MD; Patricia Guhring RN; Marilyn Parker RN; Christian J. Nelson PhD; John P. Mulhall MD,...
When it comes to marijuana (cannabis) and sex, there are many conflicting views. Some say the substance enhances sexual experiences, while others say it does nothing for them or even makes sex worse.
Surgical treatment of Peyronie’s disease is generally safe and effective for men age 65 and over, reports a recent study in the Journal of Sexual Medicine. Eighty-five percent of the men in the study were satisfied with their results.
In 2009, Amanda Parrish started her clinical trial for the Addyi, the drug dubbed the first “female Viagra.” She took one pink pill per night and was told she might feel “something” in 30 to 60 days. Parrish, then 46, felt tingles in two weeks.
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...
Peyronie’s disease is a complicated condition, especially since scientists still aren’t sure of its exact cause. And while current treatments, like surgery and injection therapy, can be effective, they manage symptoms rather than target causes.
Erectile dysfunction (ED) affects upwards of 30 million men in the United States alone. The causes can include aging, high blood pressure, diabetes, smoking, depression, nerve damage, medication side effects, low testosterone, or a variety of other issues.
Understanding the sexual impact of treatment is important for women with colorectal and anal cancer, and support is essential, experts report in a recent Sexual Medicine Reviews study.
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is considered the most common sex problem reported by men. In fact, ED is said to affect about 50 percent of men between the ages of 40 and 70. While having problems with erections from time to time is completely normal,...
I haven’t been paying enough attention to my clitoris. That’s the first thought that floated into my brain as Briana Oster, M.D., a former pediatrician who now works at Revitalize Laser Care’s Denver office, talked me through a diagram of the female...
Removing pubic hair is a “widespread” practice, researchers report in the Journal of Sexual Medicine. But it’s more common among women than men. The research team surveyed 2,687 men and 1,735 women in Flanders, the northern section of Belgium.
Marijuana (cannabis) use laws have been changing rapidly in North America. Last week, Illinois became the 11th U.S. state to legalize recreational marijuana, and such use became legal across Canada last October. Mexico might legalize recreational...
Over a third of women in the United States have had heterosexual anal intercourse, experts say. But what do they really think of it? Researchers asked 20 women between the ages of 18 and 50 to tell them more about their experiences, which were reported...
The manufacturer of a supplement called The Beast has issued a voluntary recall of the product after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) discovered an erectile dysfunction (ED) drug among the ingredients.
Prostate cancer survivors and their partners often face long-term sexual problems, especially erectile dysfunction (ED). Medical treatments can be effective, but some experts think adding other therapeutic approaches like mindfulness and acceptance may...
Men with genetic vitamin D deficiency could be at greater risk for low testosterone, according to a recent study in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. The finding is based on a study of 4,254 Chinese men whose genetic information was...
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Vyleesi (bremelanotide) to treat acquired, generalized hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) in premenopausal women.
OBJECTIVE To report 12-month safety and effectiveness outcomes of the Aquablation procedure for the treatment of men with symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and large-volume prostates.
OBJECTIVES To investigate prospectively the clinical utility and influence on decision-making of Bladder EpiCheck™, a non-invasive urine test, in the surveillance of non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC).
For centuries, men and women have searched for foods, herbs, and other substances that could enhance their sexual experiences. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) defines “aphrodisiac” as “any product that bears labeling claims that it will...
There is no official rule on how long sex should last. The duration of sex varies from couple to couple and can depend on many factors, such as: Their preferences. Some couples want sex to be fast. Others like to take a slower pace...
Women’s orgasms might improve with marijuana use, a recent Sexual Medicine paper suggests. Some marijuana users claim that the drug boosts their sexual function and pleasure. But little scientific research had been conducted to support these claims.
Research suggests that men who have gum disease (also called periodontal disease) are more likely to have erectile dysfunction (ED) than those who do not. The milder form of gum disease is called gingivitis, which occurs when there is inflammation or...
BDSM practitioners might be more sexually satisfied and have fewer sexual concerns than people who are not involved with BDSM, according to a recent Journal of Sexual Medicine study.
To Use or Not to Use Hormone Therapy for Menopause? Some women are terrified by the prospect of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) thanks to scary stories in the media over the years,
You might recall a 1992 Seinfeld episode called “The Contest.” At the beginning, friends Jerry, Kramer, and Elaine are sitting in their favorite coffee shop when fellow friend George walks in, looking upset. He reveals that his mother caught him...
A hormone called kisspeptin might eventually be useful in the treatment of pychosexual and mood disorders, new research suggests. The hormone could be involved with sexual behaviors, but more research is needed, scientists say.
Men with Peyronie’s disease should be aware of possible penile shortening after surgical treatment, experts say. But some procedures might be able to preserve length.
Penis enlargement surgery can have serious complications, and men should be aware of them before undergoing any procedure, according to a recent Journal of Sexual Medicine study.
If you’re a woman going through cancer treatment, you’ve probably had to adapt to a lot of changes in your life. You might have seen some dramatic changes in your sex life, too – changes you might not have been prepared for.
Sexual dysfunction is a common problem for people with some forms of focal dystonia, scientists report. Dystonia is a movement disorder that causes a person’s muscles to contract. A person with dystonia cannot control these movements.
Abstract Introduction Although links between ejaculatory control or intravaginal ejaculatory latency time and female sexual functioning have frequently been reported in the past, no study has investigated the importance of other male ejaculatory...
You and your partner probably have a lot in common. Or if you’re not partnered, you likely seek common traits in a prospective mate. Whether it’s a love of baseball, camping, or rock concerts, these commonalities help keep you close as a couple.
When a woman’s estrogen levels fall at menopause, her body goes through numerous changes. Her ovaries stop releasing eggs, she gradually stops menstruating, and she can no longer become pregnant.
Yes, some oral cancers, which affect areas in and around the mouth, are linked to oral sex – stimulating a partner’s genitals with the mouth or tongue. Sometimes, the anus is stimulated this way.
People with a certain form of depression might benefit from a drug called lurasidone, which has fewer sexual side effects than other depression medications, according to a recent clinical trial.
Taking vitamin D might improve a man’s sexual health, suggests new research in the International Journal of Endocrinology. Low levels of vitamin D have been linked to poor male sexual function (especially erectile dysfunction) in previous studies.
One in five men with new-onset erectile dysfunction (ED) could have unrecognized prediabetes, according to new research in the Journal of Sexual Medicine. The association between diabetes and ED has been widely reported, but there is less information...
‘Orgasm shot’ boosts bride’s libido ahead of her wedding… and helps her have multiple orgasms for the first time ever. After being stuck in a sexless relationship for seven years, 35-year-old Roxanne Macias from London opted for a quick 45-minute...
Like many aspects of sex, orgasms are always changing. You might have one night of passion that feels like an out-of-body experience. You might have another that is pleasant, but not necessarily powerful. And you might have another that is just humdrum.
Men with low total testosterone may be more likely to have two or more chronic diseases, according to recent research in Scientific Reports. The association was especially strong for younger and older men, the study found.
Intimate relationships with partners may decline when men with prostate cancer start androgen deprivation therapy (ADT). But there is hope, according to a recent study published by Supportive Care for Cancer.
The American Urological Association (AUA) is a professional organization for urologists. Founded in 1902, the organization now has over 21,000 members. One of its many roles is to provide guidelines on various aspects of urologic health so that doctors...
Regular coffee consumption does not appear to affect men’s erections, but decaffeinated coffee intake might, suggests a recent study in the American Journal of Epidemiology.
An estimated 40% to 50% of women have at least one symptom of female sexual dysfunction (FSD), researchers say. Cardiometabolic factors may be associated with FSD, they added, but the association between cardiovascular risk factors and sexual...
Clitoral adhesions can cause significant pain, and routine clitoral examinations could benefit women with sexual dysfunction, researchers say. In their recent Sexual Medicine study, the research team focused on the prevalence and risk factors of...
Men with erectile dysfunction (ED) are at higher risk for cardiovascular events, even when other risk factors, like cholesterol levels, smoking, and high blood pressure are considered, scientists report.
In basic terms, hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) is a persistent lack of sexual desire in women that causes distress. But HSDD is actually quite complex. The following terms are used to describe HSDD: General – It’s present most of the time.
Alex K. Bryant BS , Anthony V. D’Amico MD, PhD, Paul L. Nguyen MD, John P. Einck MD, Christopher J. Kane MD, Rana R. McKay MD, Daniel R. Simpson MD, Arno J. Mundt MD, James D. Murphy MD, Brent S. Rose MD...
Flibanserin, a drug used to treat low sexual desire, is “generally safe and well-tolerated” for both premenopausal and naturally postmenopausal women, according to trial results published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine.
Abstract: Introduction Short-term data on the effect of low-intensity extracorporeal shockwave therapy (Li-ESWT) on erectile dysfunction (ED) have been inconsistent. The suggested mechanisms of action of Li-ESWT on ED include stimulation of cell...
New research suggests that men on testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) are not at higher risk for cardiovascular events or blood clots but might be more likely to have obstructive sleep apnea.
Young men might be able to improve their erections by consuming more fruits and vegetables and fewer alcohol and dairy products, new research suggests. The key appears to be flavonoids, an antioxidant found in most fruits and vegetables.
Multiple orgasms occur when a person climaxes more than once during a period of sexual activity. They are more common in women, but not all women have them. Most women have the capacity to have multiple orgasms, but past research suggests only about...
Both men and women pretend to have orgasms, and the practice of “faking” is fairly common. Research suggests that women are more likely to fake orgasm than men are. For example, a 2009 study published in the Journal of Sex Research reported that among...
MED2005, a topical gel, could be a viable on-demand treatment for erectile dysfunction (ED), according to a recent phase II trial. The gel contains 0.2% glyceryl trinitrate and uses DermaSys technology for quick absorption into the skin of the...
If you are among one of the millions of men suffering from erectile dysfunction, then you may be a candidate for a novel new minimally invasive therapy called Low-Intensity Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (Li-ESWT).
Doctor who administers the injection to women in the UK told The Independent patients who had never experienced a vaginal orgasm did after receiving the injection. Can you really increase and rejuvenate your sex life through an injection?...
Reviewed by Christopher Gharibo, MD, Medical Director of Pain Medicine, NYU Langone Medical Center Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York, NY Fibromyalgia, characterized by widespread pain, difficulty sleeping, and a range of other somatic and...
Postmenopausal women who use vaginal estrogen are not at increased risk for cardiovascular events or cancer compared with those who do not use vaginal estrogen, suggesting the safety and efficacy of the therapy, according to findings published in...
In general terms, asexuality refers to people who don’t feel driven to have sex. They do not necessarily have negative feelings about sex. They just don’t feel sexual attraction to others. However, asexuality is not quite that simple.
Mindfulness could be a viable approach for treating female sexual dysfunction, suggests a recent study in Sexual Medicine Reviews. Sexual problems for women can be approached in different ways. For example, medications like flibanserin can address...
Four studies published recently in JAMA and JAMA Internal Medicine provide new insights on the effects of testosterone therapy on various health outcomes, including memory, bone density, anemia, and coronary artery plaque volume.
Good sexual health is part of good overall health. That’s a fact we consider often here at SexHealthMatters.org. But have you ever wondered just how having sex is good for your health? Here are just some of the benefits:...
IMPORTANCE Understanding the adverse effects of contemporary approaches to localized prostate cancer treatment could inform shared decision making. OBJECTIVE To compare functional outcomes and adverse effects associated with radical prostatectomy,...
Postmenopausal women who experience moderate to severe pain during intercourse may have a new treatment option. Last November, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a drug called Intrarosa (prasterone) for sexual pain caused by...
In recent years, many studies have investigated the use of stem cells in treatments for male sexual problems, such as erectile dysfunction (ED) and Peyronie’s disease. While many of these projects show some promise, further study is needed before such..
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced recalls for many supplements marketed to men who seek sexual enhancement.In lab analyses, FDA officials found undeclared ingredients in the following products:...
Would it surprise you to learn that an estimated 10% to 40% of women have trouble reaching orgasm? And that some women have never had an orgasm at all? The clinical term is anorgasmia and it troubles many women. It can distress partners, too,...
Erectile Dysfunction (ED), defined as the inability to obtain or maintain an erection, effects approximately 30 million men in the United States. Until recently, all treatment modalities for ED have been based on a symptom, not a cause.
Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) does not appear to increase a man’s risk for aggressive prostate cancer, according to a team of American and Swedish researchers.
Fernand Labrie MD, PhD; Leonard Derogatis PhD; David F. Archer MD; William Koltun MD; Andrée Vachon MD; Douglas Young MD; Louise Frenette MD; David Portman MD; Marlene Montesino MD; Isabelle Côté BSc; Julie Parent PhD; Lyne Lavoie MSc;...
A pilot study investigating intralesional injections of hyaluronic acid for treatment of Peyronie’s disease has shown “encouraging preliminary results,” according to Italian researchers.
The Center for Female and Male Sexual Medicine,located in Millburn New Jersey offers comprehensive treatment for female and male sexual medicine including female sexual arousal desire disorder, painful sex, low desire, sexual, hormonal and physical...
