Erogenous Zones

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What Are Erogenous Zones?How to Find Erogenous ZonesWhy Are Some Areas More Erogenous than Others?Concluding Remarks
What Are Erogenous Zones?

The word erogenous comes from the Greek word “eros” which means love. Erogenous zones are parts of the body which are highly sensitive and when stimulated, cause arousal. The most …

Douching

… have found that women who douched were more likely to contract infections such as pelvic inflammatory disease, bacterial vaginosis, and chlamydia.3

Douching Does Not Clean the Vagina

Many women believe that by using various solutions to flush out the inside of the vagina, they are cleaning it. This belief is false, douching can actually …

Tantric Sexuality

Tantric traditions, which emerged around the 5th century CE, were born from Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain religious frameworks. Tantra encompasses a wide variety of practices which are united by their common sacred texts, the Tantras. Although it is difficult to pinpoint one comprehensive Tantric theme, Tantrism is often understood as a spiritual quest for salvation …

Sex and Intimacy After Childbirth

Intimacy is vital to many relationships, after having a baby, many parents wonder when they can engage in sexual activity again. If you are unsure about whether or not it is safe to resume sexual activity, you can ask your doctor. In addition to medical advice, make sure to communicate with your partner to ensure …

Gonorrhea

Gonorrhea, sometimes called “the clap”, is a sexually transmitted infection that can be spread to both males and females. It is a bacterial infection caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae, also called gonococcus.1 Gonorrhea is a very common infection in the United States and worldwide. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates …

The Pap Smear

… transformed how early cervical cancer can be detected in females.2 The cervix is the lower part of the uterus that opens at the top of the vagina. Pap smears play a vital role in the early detection of abnormal cells in the cervix that may become cancerous and possibly lead to cervical cancer. Pap …

Surgical Abortions

… make the procedure easier and less painful.1

After the pain medications start their effects, the doctor follows these steps:

The doctor inserts a speculum into the vagina to visualize the cervix.The vaginal area is cleaned.Numbing cream is applied to the cervix in order to reduce any pain.The cervix is dilated in …

Contraceptive Sponge

The contraceptive sponge is a small, disposable polyurethane foam device that contains absorbed spermicide. It is soft, circular, and concave in shape, and it has an attached cotton loop used for insertion and removal.1,2 Before intercourse, the sponge must be inserted deep into the vagina and placed over the cervical opening in order …

Cervical Cap

The cervical cap or contraceptive cap is a barrier method of birth control. It is a small silicone cup that is inserted into the vagina in order to prevent pregnancy. A suction mechanism allows the cap to sit over the cervix, blocking sperm from entering the uterus and preventing fertilization. For people with vaginas who …