The SMSNA periodically receives and publishes ‘guest editorials.’ The current article was submitted by Mia Barnes, a freelance writer and researcher who specializes in women's health, wellness, and healthy living. She is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Body+Mind Magazine Sexual health is a crucial part of overall wellness, yet genetics are often an overlooked factor. Today, advances in genetic testing allow you to gain insight into potential risks long before symptoms appe

You may have had a sexual experience where you ejaculated and thought, “Hmmmm, that doesn’t look right, am I okay right now?” You are not alone. There are plenty of people with penises that have similar experiences. However, it’s important to keep track of what your normal ejaculate looks like, so you can keep an eye out for any underlying condition that can be identified in part by the look and texture of semen. Did you know that some ejaculate is more normal than others? Se