Diabetes, Men, and Sex
Sexual dysfunction. You’ve seen the ads on television, you’ve heard the jokes, and, if you’re like most men, you’ve tried your best to block it
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Medicines and Sex: Not Always a Good Mix
For both men and women, it takes a complicated chain of events to move from arousal to a satisfying orgasm. The mind has to stay
Male Libido: Maintaining Desire
The sex lives of men can seem like something akin to an Aesop’s fable. As years go by and youth fades, we may stop aspiring
Exercising Your Way to Better Sex
Sex is an undeniably rewarding form of exercise. But if it’s the only type of exercise that you get, you’re probably not getting the most
Sex and Health
What would the world be like if everyone stopped having sex? Ratings for late-night talk shows would soar, and stock in Pampers would plummet. We’d
Sex, Intimacy, and Arthritis
Most people with chronic arthritis will readily admit they have trouble with certain tasks such as climbing long flights of stairs or opening tight jar
Gonococcal Arthritis
Like chlamydia, the sexually transmitted disease gonorrhea can infiltrate the joints of unwitting victims and cause arthritis. Typically this condition, called gonococcal arthritis, is more
Sex and Arthritis
Most people with chronic arthritis will readily admit they have trouble with certain tasks such as climbing long flights of stairs or opening tight jar
Sex and Aging
Nothing is more irritating to author Connie Goldman than the stereotypes out there about older people and sex — especially the one about seniors not
Sexual Compulsion and Sex Addiction
In the 2005 mock documentary “I Am a Sex Addict,” the protagonist sits dolefully in an anonymous 12-step meeting for people “addicted” to sex. He’s
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease: Prevention and Treatment
What is pelvic inflammatory disease? Pelvic inflammatory disease, or PID, is a serious infection of a woman’s reproductive system. Every year it’s contracted by about
Vaginal Dryness
What causes vaginal dryness? Chronic vaginal dryness, which results from less-than-normal lubrication in your vagina, is usually caused by changes in your estrogen level. Your
Teen Pregnancy
Few teenagers have the experience or resources it takes to start a family. But that doesn’t keep them from doing so. According to the National
Vulvodynia
What is vulvodynia? Vulvodynia is a puzzling syndrome in which women feel chronic pain in the vulva, which consists of the external genitals (including the
Sex and Stress
Given the Herculean task modern couples face each day as they race between jobs, children, aging parents, and myriad social and civic activities, stress has
Peyronie’s Disease: Causes and Treatment
Why does my penis have a bend in it when it’s erect? Many men have a slight curve in their penis, so if you’ve always
How to Talk to Your Child About Sex, Ages 3 to 6
How early do children have sexual feelings? Almost from the very beginning, children are exploring their bodies. But before that idea makes you anxious, remember
Premature Ejaculation: Causes and Cures
How fast is too fast? You don’t need a stopwatch to decide whether you have a problem with premature ejaculation. If you’re reaching orgasm before
How to Talk to Your Child About Sex, Ages 6 to 12
How do I handle the birds-and-bees speech responsibly? Give up on the idea of presenting the subject in one big talk — you’ll overwhelm your
The Sex-Starved Marriage
In the movie Far From Heaven, four young housewives discuss their sex lives over lunchtime daiquiris. The boldest of the group coaxes the others to