Sexual Difficulties, Sexual Dysfunctions, and Sexual Disorders

Sexual science and medicine are only beginning to comprehend the range of human sexual expression, and the labels of sexual dysfunction and sexual disorder must be considered in the context of culture and history. Yet many of us experience anxiety and pain related to our sexuality, and it can be helpful to learn about sexual difficulties that can get in the way of healthy sexual expression.

Sexual Dysfunction After Heart Attack
Sexual dysfunction is extremely common following a heart attack. Learn about the causes of sexual dysfunction post-heart attack and treatment options.

Why Does Sex Hurt?
Why does sex hurt? Explains common reasons for painful sex and solutions to reduce pain during sex.

What To Do About Pain During Sex
What can I do if I'm experiencing pain during sex?

What is Vulvodynia - Understanding Vulvodynia and Vulvar Pain
Describes the condition known as vulvodynia or vulvar pain, and the different ways vulvodynia seems to be experienced.

Premature Ejaculation - Definition of Premature Ejaculation
Definition of premature ejaculation

Medications that Cause Vaginal Dryness – Vaginal Dryness as a result of Medications
Lists different types of medications that can lead to vaginal dryness. With links to more information on the causes and treatment of vaginal dryness.

Causes of Vaginal Dryness - Common Reasons for Vaginal Dryness
Describes the most common causes of vaginal dryness, with links to more information on medications that may cause vaginal dryness, and treatment options for vaginal dryness.

Treatments for Vaginal Dryness - Treatment Options for Vaginal Dryness
Describes different options for treating vaginal dryness.

What is Lichen Sclerosus - Information about Lichen Sclerosus
Information about lichen sclerosus, a rare skin disorder that can seriously impact sexuality and sexual behavior.

Dysparuenia
Definition of Dysparuenia or painful intercourse.

Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder (PGAD)
Definition of persistent genital arousal disorder (PGAD), also known as persistent sexual arousal syndrome (PSAS).

Persistent Sexual Arousal Syndrome (PSAS)
Definition of persistent sexual arousal syndrome (PSAS), also known as persistent genital arousal disorder (PGAD).

Drugs to Treat Premature Ejaculation
Companies are racing to develop drugs to treat PE, the most common sexual complaint among men.

Learning to Control Premature Ejaculation
Using the start/stop technique to deal with premature ejaculation.

Spontaneous Orgasms
A rare but documented sexual side effect of some medications, particularly antidepressant drugs, is the experience of spontaneous orgasm.

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