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Chlamydiasis, usually referred to simply as Chlamydia, is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a bacterium called Chlamydia trachomatis. It can be transmitted during vaginal, anal, or oral sex. Hence, men who perform sex with men are also at a risk of developing the disease. Chlamydia can be more easily transmitted in a teenage girl or younger woman as her cervix (opening of the uterus) is less matured as compared to an older woman. Many people with Chlamydia...
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Genital herpes is a contagious disease that is caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). The virus usually infects the skin and mucous membrane of the genitals and rectum, but can also involve areas like the anus, buttocks, upper thighs, mouth, lips, or face. Gaining entry into the skin or mucosal linings through microscopic tears and carried via the bloodstream, the virus eventually settles down in the nervous system and remains dormant there, waiting for opportunities to cause outbreaks. There are two types of viruses that cause genital herpes, type 1 a...
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Genital warts is a common sexually transmitted disease (STD), which is caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). The condition is also referred to as condylomata acuminata or venereal warts. Genital warts are flesh-colored or gray growths that affect the moist areas of the genital as well as the anal regions. Majority of these cases are found to occur in people who are between 17 and 33 years of age, prob...
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Gonorrhea is a highly contagious sexually transmitted disease (STD) that is caused by the bacteria Neisseria gonorrheae, also referred to as gonococci. The disease is commonly spread via the semen or vaginal fluid during sexual intercourse, although oral and anal sex can also transmit the infection. Casual contact such as kissing and hugging does not spread the disease. Adolescents and young adults are commonly affected due to their sexually active life. Many p...
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Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease (STD), which is caused by a microscopic organism, treponema pallidum. In the initial stage, the disease usually affects the genital skin and mucous membrane; but as it progresses, it can also affect other parts of the body including the brain and heart. Syphilis is more common in young adults as they tend to be more active sexually. The disease is also commonly found in homosexual men because they tend to keep changing their sexual partners very often. Since the discovery of penicillin, the incidence of syphilis ha...
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Direct smear:For collecting sample from vagina or rectum your doctor will insert a swab in the opening of urethra or rectum.For sample collection from cervix, you have to lie on your back with your feet raised. An instrument having curved sides (speculum) will be inserted into your vagina. It will spread the vaginal walls apart and then with a small brush or swab samples are collectedfrom the cervix.Brushing your lower and upper eyelids with a swab will make your doctor to collect the sample from eye.Rarely throat culture may be performed.Urine sample:In nucleic acid amplification testing like PCR or LCR testing collect the first urine stream immediately when you start urinating. You should not wipe the genital area clean before urinating.Normal:Chlamydia agents or DNA are absent in the sample. In a culture, no growth of chlamydial bacteria is observed. To check the symptoms of other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) some additional testing is performed.Abnormal:Presence of chlamydia antigen or DNA is observed. If culture is formed then bacteria grows in that culture.Very rare risks are observed in collecting fluid samples from the urethra, cervix rectum, throat or eyes. Uncommonly person may experience dizziness or fainting (called vasovagal syncope) due to fear or pain when the swab is inserted into urethra. If you urinate before (within 2 hours) collecting a urine sample or sample fluid from urethra, then there may be inaccuracy in res...
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Premature ejaculation is a sexual problem of males where a man ejaculates too soon, just before or shortly after intercourse. Premature ejaculation is a common sexual disorder that affects a sizeable population of men. Although the problem is common, people find it embarrassing to talk about. Various psychological and biological factors are known to play an important role in premature ejaculation. In some cases, the problem is also associated with erectile...
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Overview of masturbation
Self fondling or stimulation of genital for the purpose of sexual pleasure is termed masturbation. It can be either manual, with the help of some external objects or other bodily contacts (mutual masturbation for each other amongst sexual partners)
It is common in both the sexes, the ratio being slightly high in males. The frequency and intensi...
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Erectile dysfunction is a condition in men where the person finds difficulty in keeping an erection firm during the sexual intercourse. Erectile dysfunction is often referred as "impotence". However, impotence may also be used to describe other sexual problems such as lack of sexual desire, problem with ejaculation or orgasm. However, erectile dysfunction is primarily associated with inability to achieve erection. Although erectile dysfunct...
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Birth control is a planned method of preventing pregnancy. There are a number of birth control methods such as Condoms, Sperm blocking techniques, birth control pills, hormone patch, IUD, contraceptive rings, sterelization.Condoms: Condoms are a really good choice as a birth control device. They are cheap and easily available. It is a better choice i...
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