Vaginal lubrication

menopause causes the vaginal walls become less elastic and thinner, the vagina becomes shorter, and lubricating secretions from the vagina become watery. As a result, these changes can often lead to a decreased interest in sex or sexual stimulation, and the vaginal dryness can cause painful sexual intercourse (PubMed Health, 2011). Painful sexual intercourse is known as dyspareunia. A water based personal lubricant is strongly recommended in alleviating discomfort caused by vaginal dryness and friction

The second disorder is female sexual arousal disorder. This is just a lack of vaginal lubrication and most women experience this at one time or another in their lives. The third is male erectile disorder, or ED. This happens when a male cannot obtain or maintain an erection. Most men will experience this at one time or another in

There are many different types of contraceptives; some are more common than others, such as the male and female condom or oral contraceptives, usually known as ‘the pill.’ One that is less heard of is ‘spermicides.’ Spermicides are sperm killers and can come in the form of gels, foams, films, suppository and creams. Spermicides are a barrier method of birth control, and contain chemicals, called octoxynol or non- oxynol (N-9,) that restrains and kills sperm. Foam prevents pregnancy by bubbling within

Regardless of age, broaching the topic of sex with someone other than your partner can be highly uncomfortable. In healthcare, patients are just as uneasy bringing up the subject as the healthcare workers. People proceed with hesitance and caution, wondering whether or not it is okay to talk about sex. When it comes to the older adult population, addressing the topic of sex can seem rather taboo. Younger generations view the geriatric population as asexual, preferring to make the assumption that

The endocervix is the mucous membrane lining the cervix. The cells of the cervical lining secrete mucus to provide a lubricated surface so spermatozoa can readily pass through the cervix, the efficiency of this lubrication increases or wanes depending on hormone stimulation. The uterine wall on the other hand consists of three separate coats or layers of tissue: The Endometrium (inner one of mucous membrane) is a layer of the uterus that is important in terms of

Roles in gender has to be determined before we are even born. Once a child’s sex is revealed, he or she will be placed into certain roles. Before we are even determined to be a male or female, we received 23 chromosomes from each parent. Of the 46 chromosomes, 45 are unisex. It is not determined until the six week which chromosome takes over and determines the sex of the child. As children get older, it becomes noticeable the differences that occur. It has been shown that women will mature quicker

Multiple Sclerosis is a neurological disease that affects the central nervous system. The CNS consists of the brain and spinal cord. Myelin sheath, an insulation that covers the nerve fibers, is damaged resulting in multiple patches of scarred tissue called lesions. When the Melin sheath is destroyed, damage to the axon begins and causes a wide variety of symptoms. Axons are the fibers that carry electric impulses away from the nerve cell to different parts of the body. MS eventually causes permanent

Introduction: For most healthy men and women, sexuality is central to their lives and contributes to their personal and relational quality of life (Verschuren et al., 2010). Relationships and sexual satisfaction enhance the quality of life. When one member of the relationship suffers from a chronic illness, it may restrict many areas of their life. Sex is a significant source of comfort, intimacy, and pleasure. The sexuality of an individual may be compromised by physical and emotional problems

Today, there is still scarce knowledge, as well as concrete information, about the intimacy between the older aged adults. It is known that intimacy can be portrayed as a key element to a couple’s marital contentment and/or satisfaction in the relationship. This research topic covers a relatively gray area within the older community since these individuals are faced with multiple barriers that could possibly combat with their ability to show intimacy, or affection, with their partner. With a focus

The ‘Buzz’ on Vibrators Suppressed sexuality and coy, coquettish femininity are nothing new to the world of women. Women are told to be polite, appreciative, and at all costs, protect their ‘womanhood,’ also known as their sexuality. Yet, women for ages have been fighting this oppression and pushing the limits of their physical roles as sexual beings; ancient Greek women used sex toys to illicit pleasure, and Asian women have been doing the same for a thousand years. There have been vast