Tua Saúde
Health A-Z
Sexual Health

Sexual Health

Information about your sexual life, with practical guidance on sexual dysfunctions, fertility, birth control and other sexual health considerations for both men and women.

Fertility
Sexual Dysfunctions
Birth Control

Sexual Health

Female Ejaculation: How It Happens, What It Looks Like & Types

Female ejaculation is the involuntary release of fluid during orgasm, sometimes known as squirting. Learn how female ejaculation happens, its main types, fluid characteristics, and why it varies among women, often being confused with urinary incontinence.

Sexual Health

Can You Get Pregnant Without Having Sex?

It is possible to get pregnant without having sex, but the likelihood of pregnancy is very low. Without penetration, only small quantities of sperm is able enter into the vaginal canal, which will...

Sexual Health

What White Discharge Before Period Means (5 Common Causes)

White discharge before a period is usually a normal finding. This discharge is thick and odorless, and happens due to the expected hormonal changes triggered by your menstrual cycle.

Sexual Health

Genital Herpes Symptoms: 7 Signs of Infection

Genital herpes symptoms usually appear about 2 to 12 days after contact with the herpes virus and are most often spread through unprotected sexual contact with active sores.

Fertility

When Did I Conceive? Calculate Your Conception Date in Seconds

“When did I conceive” is a common question during early pregnancy, especially when menstrual cycles are irregular or early symptoms are unclear.

Fertility

Plan B Side Effects: 10 Symptoms (& How to Treat)

Plan B can cause side effects like an irregular period, abdominal cramps, fatigue, breast sensitivity or dizziness, which will generally last for a few days and vary from woman to woman.

Fertility

Ovulation Symptoms: 10 Signs To Track When You're Ovulating

Ovulation symptoms include physical changes like clear vaginal discharge, mild cramping, and body temperature fluctuations that occur when an egg is released from the ovary.

Fertility

Can You Get Pregnant Without Having Sex?

It is possible to get pregnant without having sex, but the likelihood of pregnancy is very low. Without penetration, only small quantities of sperm is able enter into the vaginal canal, which will...

Fertility

False Negative Pregnancy Test: 5 Common Causes

A false negative pregnancy test can be caused by a completion error (e.g. performing the test too early), a test error (e.

Fertility

Type of Birth Control (9 Contraceptive Methods & Side Effects)

Types of birth control your doctor may recommend to prevent pregnancy include a birth control pill, an IUD or even a permanent surgery.

See more articles

Sexual Dysfunctions

Premature Ejaculation: Symptoms & Treatment Options

Premature ejaculation occurs when men reach orgasm within the first few seconds of penetration, or even before penetrating.

Sexual Dysfunctions

Low Libido: 11 Common Causes & What You Can Do

Low libido is a decrease in sexual desire that can affect both women and men and may be temporary or long-lasting.

Sexual Dysfunctions

Clitoris pain: 15 Causes (& What to Do)

Clitoris pain can be caused by insufficient lubrication, hormone changes postpartum, allergies, trauma, irritation, candidiasis, or sexually transmitted infections like chlamydia or gonorrhea.

Doctor Says

Can you get Cialis without a doctor's prescription?

No, you cannot get Cialis without a doctor’s prescription. Even though it is not a controlled substance, it can cause serious side effects and should only be used under medical supervision.

Sexual Dysfunctions

Natural Aphrodisiacs: 11 Options for Erectile Dysfunction (ED)

Natural aphrodisiacs that may help with erectile difficulties include garlic tea, a blend of orange, carrot, and ginger juice, ginkgo biloba tea, pomegranate juice, and regular aerobic exercise.

Doctor Says

Why am I unable to orgasm during sex?

“Why can’t I orgasm?” is a common question, and there are many possible causes, most of which are treatable.

See more articles

Birth Control

Plan B Side Effects: 10 Symptoms (& How to Treat)

Plan B can cause side effects like an irregular period, abdominal cramps, fatigue, breast sensitivity or dizziness, which will generally last for a few days and vary from woman to woman.

Birth Control

Type of Birth Control (9 Contraceptive Methods & Side Effects)

Types of birth control your doctor may recommend to prevent pregnancy include a birth control pill, an IUD or even a permanent surgery.

Birth Control

Morning-After Pill: How it Works, How to Take & Other FAQ

What is it: The morning-after pill is an emergency contraception option that can be used after sex when another contraceptive method has failed or has not been adequately performed.

Birth Control

Tubal Ligations: Advantages, Disadvantages & Recovery

Tubal ligation is a permanent form of female sterilization. During the procedure, the fallopian tubes are cut, tied, sealed, blocked, or removed so sperm cannot reach an egg.

Doctor Says

Do you have to wait for your period to start birth control?

You do not have to wait for your period to start birth control. Most hormonal birth control methods can be started at any point in the menstrual cycle, as long as pregnancy can reasonably be ruled...

Doctor Says

Which birth control causes weight gain?

Most birth control does not cause weight gain, however the method most often associated with weight gain is the 3-month medroxyprogesterone (Depo Provera) injection.

See more articles

Recent questions about Sexual Health

Doctor Says

Can you have sex before a pap smear?

Having sex before a Pap smear may affect sample accuracy, so vaginal intercourse is usually avoided for 24 to 48 hours beforehand. If sex occurs before the test, the appointment usually does not need to be canceled.

Doctor Says

Why does sperm burn inside of me?

Burning after semen enters the vagina may be caused by irritation, pH changes, infection, or semen sensitivity. Learn when to see a gynecologist.

Doctor Says

Is it normal to have discharge after sex?

Discharge after sex is often related to semen leaking from the vagina after unprotected intercourse and may last for a few hours or up to a day. It is usually not a concern when there is no bad odor, unusual color, pain during sex, pelvic pain, itching, burning, or discomfort when urinating.

Doctor Says

Does having sex on your period make you bleed more?

Sex on your period usually does not increase total blood loss, but it may make bleeding look heavier for a short time as uterine contractions push out blood already present.

Doctor Says

How do you get syphilis?

Syphilis spreads mainly through unprotected sexual contact, blood exposure, or shared needles. Learn how do you get syphilis, early signs, and simple ways to reduce risk and prevent transmission.

Doctor Says

Can you get a UTI from sex?

Can you get a UTI from sex? Sexual activity can increase the risk of a urinary tract infection by helping bacteria from the vaginal area and perineum enter the urethra. Common risk factors include menopause, spermicide use, poor hygiene, and abnormalities in the urinary tract.

See more articles

Updated Articles About Sexual Health

Sexual Health