Sexuality and health, STDs

Despite significant advances in diagnosis, syphilis remains a serious medical and social problem. Increasing numbers of cases in recent years are affecting younger and younger age groups, including children and adolescents.

Sexually transmitted diseases include infectious diseases whose spread is closely linked to sexual intercourse and other sexual practices. They are transmitted by mucous secretions, blood, saliva or semen. One of the most common is gonorrhoea.

Premature ejaculation is a common problem that causes psychological distress in men. Of course, the condition causes interpersonal difficulty for women as well. The International Classification of Diseases classifies the issue as a sexual dysfunction, not caused by organic disorder or disease. What exactly causes it and what can the affected man do about it?

A man's sexual need is also important for reproduction (procreation). But this is not its only role. To fulfill it, in the case of the male sex, an erection is needed. Its disorder implies a problem that can have its roots in multiple diseases.

Vaginismus is one of the sexual disorders making it impossible to live a healthy sex life. Its cause is deep in a woman's subconscious and is challenging to treat. 

The word impotence is now used within the general public to refer to a male sexual health problem associated with infertility. But what exactly does impotence mean and what are its causes?

As with other internal systems, various health problems and diseases can occur in the male reproductive system. Some may affect sex life only temporarily, others, on the contrary, may signal a more serious problem. What are the different diseases of the genital organs in men?

Contraception refers to a group of methods by which unwanted pregnancy can be prevented. Many forms of contraceptive use or application are currently available. What are their benefits and, conversely, their health risks?

A vasectomy is the sterilization of a man. It interrupts his fertility.

Today's hectic times, stress, psyche, but also various diseases and other factors can affect the appetite for sex. A long-term decline in libido disrupts the partner relationship.

What is HPV and why is vaccination against this virus so important?

The foreskin, the skin protection of the glans, is part of the male reproductive organ. A narrowed foreskin can cause health complications in childhood and adulthood. What is the difference between phimosis and paraphimosis of the foreskin?

Pregnancy changes many things. Intimate life is one of them. Some couples continue to like to make love, others avoid sex during pregnancy. Many are troubled by various questions and fears.

Genital herpes is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases. It is an easily transmissible infectious disease occurring in both men and women. How to recognize genital herpes correctly? What are the ways in which the virus can be transmitted and what treatment options are available?

Genital warts are small growths around in the genital or anal area. They are a common sexually transmitted disease, especially in the young population, caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). If they multiply, they can be annoying and unpleasant.

A chlamydia infection is a widespread infection that affects women and men alike. It is caused by bacteria of the genus Chlamydia or Chlamydophila. They cause a wide range of infectious diseases of the genitals, eyes, and respiratory system.

Diseases that are transmitted through sexual contact are called sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). They are transmitted from person to person during sexual intercourse. Bacteria, viruses, parasites and yeast can be transmitted in this way.

Cervical cancer is a worldwide problem. It is the second most common cancer in women under the age of 45 and the third most common cause of death in women.

People travel in the summer for relaxation, others like to explore new countries or visit different sights. They crave to learn about unfamiliar cultures, their way of life and more. The desire to experience something new and unfamiliar is ingrained in us and difficult to control. This is especially true when it comes to meeting new people and having experiences with them. The threat posed by STDs, which short-term holiday acquaintances often bring, can be trivial but unpleasant, and sometimes even incurable with a fatal end. What are they and how do they manifest themselves? What are the risks and how can we protect ourselves?

HIV is abbreviated as the human immunodeficiency virus. The infection attacks cells in a person's lymphatic system. Its worst stage is AIDS - acquired immune deficiency syndrome. How is the disease manifested, transmitted and what treatment options are available?