Question 1

how will aging affect sexual health?

Accepted Answer

Doesn't have to: Sexual health can be affected by many factors, and aging  is only one. Medications can decrease libido as can stress, fatigue, and illness. Good communication and taking the time to nourish the relationship with your partner maintains sexual health. If you have concerns and more questions, it is helpful to speak to your physician and /or a mental health counselor with expertise in this area.

Question 2

how can i achieve optimal sexual health?

Accepted Answer

Optimize health by:-: Regular physical exercise or Yoga 4 - 5 times/week. Don't smoke or indulge in recreational drugs. Healthy diet with plenty of fiber, vegetables &amp; grain without excessive calories, protein, fat or salt. Drink plenty of water and avoid excessive alcohol intake. Get plenty of sleep &amp; avoid getting over-tired as well as too much stress. Avoid being a "workaholic" &amp; take vacations.

Question 3

what happens during sexual health checks?

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Depends: It depends on the doctor. There may be questions about your medical history and social history, a physical exam of the heart, lungs, abdomen, maybe the whole body. A genital exam will probably be included. For women, there may be a speculum exam to look into the vagina, swab vagina and cervix for a Pap smear, and check for infection. The doctor may also internally feel pelvic muscles, ovaries, and uterus. Sometimes, there's also a rectal exam to feel inside the anus and rectum.

Question 4

how i can improve my sexual health ? thanks

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Read: Read books, attend seminars, talk to your doctor or therapist.

Question 5

what happens in a full sexual health check?

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Several things!: In a female, a sexual history and a history of the menstrual cycle.  Examination of the external and internal genitalia. A pap smear every few years as dictated by age and sexual activity. Palpation of ovaries. Blood tests as indicated.

Question 6

want the hottest sexual health sites online?

Accepted Answer

Try google: Enter sexually explicit terms and sites will appear. However be warned that sites may lock onto you and you can get unwanted spam and phishing emails.

Question 7

opinions on what's a good diet to increase your sexual health?

Accepted Answer

Mainly: a well balanced diet that's low in carbs, sugars, and salt.

That's a heart healthy diet as well.

You want to prevent hypertension and diabetes which are possibly the earliest causes of erectile dysfunction in men.

Question 8

my sexual health is down day by day. what can i do for better health?

Accepted Answer

Could be...: Could be physical or mental, and I am assuming because you are male, you mean libido. Start with your primary care physician. Tests may be in order. Therapy may be needed as well. Sexual interest is quite complex! good luck!

Question 9

when it comes to sexual health, what exactly is consent and what does it mean to consent?

Accepted Answer

You agree: An individual who consents to sexual activity is agreeing to participate in that activity without being coerced or forced to do so.

Question 10

wondering if it's okay to ask general "sexual health" questions here so long as its done in a appropriate, mature and professional manner?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, of course you can, and being a public free education site, will be glad to provide answers.  As as aside, appreciate your courtesy and manners, as this is not always the case these days.

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