Sexual Wellness: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment

Sexual Wellness

Sexual wellness is essential for our overall health, encompassing physical, emotional, and relational well-being, going beyond STI prevention. Find out more about this common condition.

Recommended Actions

Open communication about sexual health concerns with your partner, practicing safe sex, undergoing regular screenings, and seeking professional help from a sex therapist or counselor can be beneficial for overall sexual health.

Recommended Avoidances

To support sexual health, it's advisable to avoid excessive alcohol consumption, illegal drug use, and unprotected sex.

Prevention Tips

For a healthy sex life, maintain open communication with your partner(s), engage in regular exercise, follow a balanced diet, and practice mindfulness and stress management techniques.

Condition 101

Sexual wellness is an integral part of overall health, contributing to our physical, emotional, and relational wellbeing. It is about more than the absence of sexually transmitted infections or dysfunctions; it is a state of positive sexual health and understanding.

Lack of sexual desire or arousal
Pain during intercourse
Erectile or ejaculation problems
Vaginal dryness or discomfort
Inability to achieve orgasm after ample sexual stimulation
Physical factors: Illness, alcohol, prescription medications, and street drug use
Psychological factors: Stress, anxiety, depression, poor body image
Relationship factors: Marital or relationship problems, lack of trust or communication
Poor physical health
Mental health issues
Certain medications
Alcohol and drug use
Experiencing persistent or recurrent problems with sexual response, desire, orgasm, or pain
Concerned about a sexual problem affecting your relationship
Struggling with feelings of guilt, anxiety, or frustration related to your sexual health

Clinicians use a detailed sexual, medical, and psychosocial history, in addition to a thorough physical examination. Additional tests, such as blood tests, may be necessary to rule out underlying conditions.
Relationship difficulties
Negative self-image or body issues
Potential for sexually transmitted infections
Sex is not important for overall health
Sexual problems are a normal part of ageing
Only men experience sexual dysfunction
Certain conditions like endocrine disorders, neurological conditions, and heart disease can present symptoms similar to sexual dysfunction.

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Treatment Options

Need more information about Sexual Wellness, contact us for more help on treatment or advise.

Over-the-counter treatments may include lubricants, topical creams, and certain supplements. Always consult with a healthcare provider before starting any new treatment.

Options can range from medications, hormone therapy, and psychotherapy to physical therapies or surgery, depending on the root cause.

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