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Published: April 15, 2015
Clitoris – Anatomy and Function A small projection of erectile tissue, clitoris contains thousands of nerve endings that make it a vital part of the female reproductive system. Located in the vulva, clitoris is the most sensitive erogenous zone that produces sensual feelings and sensations for sexual pleasure. Cylindrical in shape, clitoris is divided into … Continue reading Clitoris | Anatomy and Function
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Published: March 25, 2015
Dyspareunia in Women Pain during intercourse or female dyspareunia is sexual condition in which females experience persistent or recurring pain at or around the genital areas during the act of physical intercourse. The underlying cause of dyspareunia is usually psychological but in a number of cases, anatomical or physiological aberrations can also lead to dyspareunia … Continue reading Dyspareunia in Women
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Published: March 18, 2015
Women, Alcohol and Sexuality Does alcohol play any role in influencing the sexuality of a person? Well, this is a much debated question. In the case of women, alcohol consumption may increase the subjective sexual desire, though it does lower physiological arousal and disinhibit sexual behavior. Many studies reveal that it causes sexual behavioral changes … Continue reading Women, Alcohol and Sexuality
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Published: March 11, 2015
Sexual Intercourse During Pregnancy Pregnancy marks the beginning of a physiological transition that has a profound effect on physical, psychological and sexual aspects of a pregnant female’s life. This transition is partly attributed to the hormonal aberrations and partly to the biochemical changes that occur in response to the influx of different hormones in the … Continue reading Sexual Intercourse During Pregnancy
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Published: January 21, 2015
Urinary Tract Infection During Pregnancy Urinary tract is comprised of multiple organs and components, with each part playing a vital role in the filtration, metabolism, absorption and secretion of urine. The key components of urinary system include; Kidney: it is a bean shaped organ which is located in the lower lumbar region of the abdomen. … Continue reading Urinary Tract Infection During Pregnancy
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Published: December 17, 2014
Stress Urinary Incontinence in Females Urinary stress incontinence refers to the accidental or involuntary release of urine during an activity which causes pressure on the abdomen and bladder. Although it can occur at any age, there is a higher chance of developing urinary stress incontinence as you age, and especially for females, with increased numbers … Continue reading Stress Urinary Incontinence in Females
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Published: December 9, 2014
Types of Urinary Incontinence Urinary incontinence can be very inconvenient for those who have it. Essentially, it is the accidental leakage of urine that impacts millions of people around the world. Most of those who deal with it are women, and there are several different types of urinary incontinence to be aware of. Stress … Continue reading Types of Urinary Incontinence
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Published: December 3, 2014
Genitourinary Prolapse As its name suggests, genitourinary prolapse is a condition in which one or more pelvic organs drop down into the vagina. The pelvic organs may include rectum, bladder, uterus, vaginal vault, or small/large bowel. The descent can affect the uterus, vaginal vault, and anterior, posterior vaginal walls and cause discomfort in the vagina. … Continue reading Genitourinary Prolapse
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Published: November 26, 2014
Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections Urinary tract infections are quite common, as roughly one in three women, and one in 20 men, will experience one. These infections can often be treated rather easily, but a more serious problem arises when the infection continues to return. Risk Factors of Urinary Tract Infection There are a number of … Continue reading Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections
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Published: November 25, 2014
Blood in The Urine Urine typically varies in color from yellow to clear, however, at times there may be a red tint to it. The cause of the color change is due to blood in the urine. Symptoms If there is blood in the urine, it is going to appear pink, red, or in … Continue reading Blood in the Urine
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