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Sexual health
Sexual health basics
- Sex therapy Sex therapy — Overview covers definition, preparation and what to expect from therapy to address sexual issues.
- Sex headaches Sex headaches — Comprehensive overview covers causes, treatment of this variety of headache.
- Compulsive sexual behavior Compulsive sexual behavior — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, causes, treatments of this impulse control disorder.
- High blood pressure and sex: Overcome the challenges High blood pressure can impact your sex life. Consider potential problems — and solutions.
- Chronic pain can interfere with sexuality You can have a satisfying sexual relationship in spite of your chronic pain.
STD prevention
- STD testing: What's right for you? STD testing isn't the same for everyone. Find out what's recommended for you.
- Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) Sexually transmitted diseases — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of STDs.
- Condoms Condoms — Overview covers definition, risks, results of this method of STD prevention and birth control.
Women's sexual health
- Women's sexual health: Talking about your sexual needs Women's sexual health — Tips for talking about your sexual needs and achieving fulfillment.
- Combination birth control pills Combination birth control pills — Overview covers definition, risks, instructions for using this type of contraception.
- Female condom Female condom — Overview covers definition, risks, instructions for using this type of contraception.
- Diaphragm Diaphragm — Overview covers definition, risks, instructions for using this type of contraception.
- ParaGard (copper IUD) ParaGard (copper IUD) — Overview covers definition, risks, instructions for using this type of contraception.
- Depo-Provera (contraceptive injection) Depo-Provera (contraceptive injection) — Overview covers definition, risks, instructions for using this type of contraception.
- Rhythm method for natural family planning Rhythm method — Overview covers definition, steps for tracking menstrual history for fertility or contraception.
- Tubal ligation Tubal ligation — Overview covers definition, risks, what to expect during this type of female sterilization.
- Morning-after pill Morning-after pill — Overview covers risks, instructions for using this type of emergency birth control.
- Vagina: What's normal, what's not Vagina — Understand the factors that affect your vagina and how to identify vaginal problems.
- Cancer treatment for women: Possible sexual side effects Cancer treatment can cause physical changes in women that make having sex more difficult.
- Birth control options: Things to consider Birth control options — Consider these questions before choosing a method of birth control.
- Delaying your period with birth control pills Delaying your period is possible if you take birth control pills on an adjusted schedule.
- Choosing a birth control pill Considering which is the best birth control pill for you? Weigh the risks and benefits of different birth control pills.
- Sex after pregnancy: Set your own timeline Thinking about sex after pregnancy? Follow these tips to heal and regain your passion.
- Health issues for lesbians: Prevention first Health issues for lesbians — Understand primary health concerns and how to promote good health.
- Anorgasmia in women Anorgasmia — Comprehensive overview covers causes, diagnosis and treatment of difficulty reaching orgasm.
- Painful intercourse (dyspareunia) Painful intercourse (dyspareunia) — Comprehensive overview covers diagnosis, treatment of this sexual problem.
- Low sex drive in women Low sex drive in women — Comprehensive overview covers diagnosis, treatment of this common problem.
- Vaginal dryness Vaginal dryness — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, causes and treatment of this common, uncomfortable condition.
- Female sexual dysfunction Female sexual dysfunction — Comprehensive overview covers female sexual problems and possible treatments, including medications.
Men's sexual health
- Penis-enlargement products: Do they work? Considering penis enlargement? Get the facts about male-enhancement pills, pumps, exercises and surgeries.
- Delayed ejaculation Delayed ejaculation — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, causes, treatment of delayed or absent ejaculation.
- Erectile dysfunction Erectile dysfunction — Comprehensive overview covers treatment, diagnosis of this common condition.
- Priapism Priapism — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, causes and treatment of this disorder of the penis.
- Health issues for gay men: Prevention first Health issues for gay men — Understand primary health concerns and how to promote good health.
- Birth control options: Things to consider Birth control options — Consider these questions before choosing a method of birth control.
- Healthy sperm: Improving your fertility Healthy sperm — simple tips to increase male fertility.
- Erectile dysfunction and diabetes: Take control today Erectile dysfunction and diabetes — prevention strategies, treatment options and more.
- Cancer treatment for men: Possible sexual side effects Cancer treatment side effects can make sex more difficult.
- Penis health: Identify and prevent problems Penis health — Understand the factors that affect penis health and how to identify problems.
- Vasectomy: An effective form of male birth control Vasectomy — Overview covers definition, side effects, results of this male birth control procedure.
- Vasectomy reversal: Surgery to undo a vasectomy Vasectomy reversal — Overview covers definition, risks, results of this procedure to restore fertility.
- Withdrawal method (coitus interruptus) Withdrawal method — Overview covers definition, risks and instructions for using this type of contraception.
- Penis pump Penis pumps — Overview covers definition, risks, results of this procedure to treat erectile dysfunction.
- Condoms Condoms — Overview covers definition, risks, results of this method of STD prevention and birth control.
- Penile implants Penile implants — Explore your choices and learn what to expect from penile implant surgery.
Sex and aging
- Senior sex: Tips for older men Senior sex — Tips for the aging man.
- Sexual health and aging: Keep the passion alive Sexual feelings don't disappear as you age. Here's how to keep the flame burning.
- Testosterone therapy: Key to male vitality? Testosterone therapy — Explore the potential benefits and risks of boosting your testosterone level.
Talking to kids about sex
- Teens and sex: Protecting your teen's sexual health Teens and sex — Tips for counseling your teen about abstinence and contraception.
- Cervical cancer vaccine: Who needs it, how it works Cervical cancer vaccine — A Mayo Clinic expert answers questions about the cervical cancer vaccine.
- Sex education: Talking to your teen about sex Sex education is a parent's job. Here's help handling the challenge.
- Sex education: Talking to your school-age child about sex Sex education — Know how to answer your school-age child's questions about sex.
- Sex education: Talking to toddlers and preschoolers about sex Sex education can begin anytime. Start by answering your child's questions openly and honestly.
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