MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'intercourse'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 01:59:58 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5103518&cid=t_102967_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fsex-for-recovery-after-40%2F Variety can be the spice of intercourse Recovery from alcoholism, addiction, gambling or co-dependency is common for people in their forth decade. Often sexuality in relationships has been absent or troubled. This may be true for straight, gays or lesbians. Too many men and women in long-term relationships lament that “the thrill is gone” but often don’t understand why. Some blame themselves or their partners or tell themselves that sexual boredom is as inevitable a part of growing older as wrinkles and reading glasses. It doesn’t have to be that way. And here’s why: To coin a cliché, variety can be the spice of intercourse. There are many kinds of sex play, but here let’s consider intercourse and different ways to do it — that is, experiment with positions. This doesn’t m... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5103518 Sat, 06 Aug 2011 06:12:48 +0100 5103518 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4872490&cid=t_102967_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FPx6YB1i7sYU%2F What is sexual abstinence?Can it benefit my recovery?Relationships and sexual activities are controversial in recovery from alcoholism, addiction and co-dependency. But there are benefits to sexual abstinence. These apply equally to heterosexual, gays and lesbian.Sexual abstinence is a choice to refrain from sexual activity. This choice is usually made for a specific reason. The reason may be moral, religious, legal, or for health and safety.It may only be short-term celibacy. It’s fine to go through periods of your life in which you choose to abstain – the decision to have sex is yours to make, each and every time.Abstaining does not mean you are frigid or destined for life as a monk or a nun – it may just be a temporary decision. Taking some time out for your body, mind... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4872490 Wed, 04 May 2011 16:45:01 +0100 4872490 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4709258&cid=t_102967_112_f&fid=34971&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblog.drmalpani.com%2F2011%2F04%2Fpremature-ejculation-sexual-self-esteem.html Most infertile men have poor sexual self-esteem. As it is , they feel inadequate because they cannot get their wife pregnant. On top of this, if they cannot perform in the bedroom, this makes a bad situation even worse.Sexual problems are as common in infertile men as they are in fertile men. Premature ejaculation is the commonest male sexual problem. It is very distressing , because it makes the man feel inadequate and inferior.Remember that there is an evolutionary advantage to being a premature ejaculator and this seems to be hard-wired in our genes ! in the past ,wen who could have sex quickly could get lots of women pregnant quickly, and spread their genes far and wide !This is primarily a psychological problem ; and in many men is the result of behaviour which is learned as a teenage... The Patient's Doctor blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4709258 Thu, 14 Apr 2011 07:03:00 +0100 4709258 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4636502&cid=t_102967_112_f&fid=34971&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblog.drmalpani.com%2F2011%2F03%2Fwhy-i-admire-women-with-vaginismus-who.html Vaginismus is a surprisingly common sexual disorder which causes a lot of distress and low self esteem. Women with vaginismus feel inadequate and incompetent; and they cannot share their diagnosis or problem with anyone. They feel like freaks - and feel guilty that they cannot give their husband sexual pleasure.Not only does this put a lot of stress on the marriage, the desire to have a baby can often be the last straw which breaks the camel's back ! While the urge to complete the family maybe very strong, they are petrified about the fact that they may need to seek medical attention to achieve this goal. For a woman with vaginismus, even the idea of going to a doctor can cause sleepless nights.The fact that many gynecologists are clueless about this condition can just end up making a bad ... The Patient's Doctor blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4636502 Sat, 19 Mar 2011 05:04:00 +0100 4636502 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4636513&cid=t_102967_112_f&fid=34971&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblog.drmalpani.com%2F2011%2F03%2Fhow-couples-reduce-their-own-fertility.html Infertile couples are often willing to move heaven and earth in order to have a baby. However, I find to my dismay that a lot of them do things which actually end up reducing their fertility !1. They use lubricants while having sex which kill the sperm . Having "baby making sex" on demand is not much fun for either husband or wife - and it's quite common to have to use lubricants in order to be able to achieve intravaginal penetration. However, many couples will use lubricants such as K-Y jelly or saliva - both of which can kill the sperm ! If you do need to use a lubricant, please use a sperm friendly lubricant. The easiest one to buy ( and the cheapest one) is liquid paraffin. It' easy available OTC at a chemist - just look under the laxatives !2. Timing sex. Most couples know that the w... The Patient's Doctor blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4636513 Sun, 13 Mar 2011 13:58:00 +0100 4636513 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4527782&cid=t_102967_112_f&fid=34971&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdoctorandpatient.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F02%2Fwhy-follicular-studies-ovulation.html Many gynecologists advise ovulation tracking as the first line of "treatment" for infertile couples.This seems to be sensible advise. You just have to go for vaginal ultrasound scans which help you time precisely when you ovulate. You have sex at this time, and since eggs plus sperm = baby, you get pregnant in the first cycle itself ! How can this fail - especially if you are young and all your test results are normal ?Actually, the tragedy is that patients have very unrealistic expectations from follicle tracking ! The success rate , even in a perfect cycle , is only about 10 % ! Remember that human reproduction is not very efficient, and just timing sex does not help ( unless you've never had sex at the right time earlier !)Doctors often forget the downside of ordering follicular studies... The Patient's Doctor blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4527782 Mon, 28 Feb 2011 04:47:00 +0100 4527782 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4399831&cid=t_102967_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fthe-g-spot-and-sexuality%2F Image via WikipediaG-spot orgasmsIf you have orgasms, you probably noticed different kinds. Sometimes they feel like a roar of sexual energy, sometimes like a ripple of satisfaction. G-spot orgasms are like another instrument in the big band of sexual response. There’s no one perfect G-spot orgasm technique.Women describe their G-spot orgasms as deep, whole-body experiences. They can last longer and can be made up of more and longer contractions than other types of orgasm. Many women say their Gspot orgasms come after a number of little orgasms, when they are as turned on as they can get. Sometimes women discover this by surprise, when they happen to devote a little more time to sex. Some say Gspot orgasms are the most powerful they’ve ever had, and experience them as rolling waves of ... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4399831 Wed, 26 Jan 2011 04:20:01 +0100 4399831 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4382768&cid=t_102967_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2FoYO9zFFv5OQ%2F Love is dangerous. If you don't believe me, read on to learn about all the ways amorous acts can threaten life, limb and... other body parts. (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4382768 Fri, 21 Jan 2011 05:00:16 +0100 4382768 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4343345&cid=t_102967_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fsexual-abstinence-in-recovery%2F What is sexual abstinence?Can it benefit my recovery?Relationships and sexual activities are controversial in recovery from alcoholism, addiction and co-dependency. But there are benefits to sexual abstinence. These apply equally to heterosexual, gays and lesbian.Sexual abstinence is a choice to refrain from sexual activity. This choice is usually made for a specific reason. The reason may be moral, religious, legal, or for health and safety.It may only be short-term celibacy. It’s fine to go through periods of your life in which you choose to abstain – the decision to have sex is yours to make, each and every time.Abstaining does not mean you are frigid or destined for life as a monk or a nun – it may just be a temporary decision. Taking some time out for your body, mind... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4343345 Thu, 13 Jan 2011 17:22:07 +0100 4343345 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4287492&cid=t_102967_112_f&fid=34971&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdoctorandpatient.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F12%2Fhow-does-male-sexual-dysfunction.html Often an absolutely fertile male with a completely normal sperm count might not be able to ejaculate in his wife's vagina. Because he cannot make love he cannot make babies. Many males cannot produce an erection (erectile dysfunction, ED or impotence); while others can't attain an erection which is hard enough to achieve intravaginal penetration or ejaculation within the vagina.An older idea held that 80% of impotency issues were rooted in mental inhibition that could be treated with sex therapy and counseling. However modern day studies estimate that 50% result from physical causes which range from inadequate blood circulation to the penis, diabetes, neurologic defects, and hormonal complications.How can a doctor suspect a physical problem? By asking a basic question - Do you have wet dre... The Patient's Doctor blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4287492 Fri, 24 Dec 2010 07:28:00 +0100 4287492 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4287589&cid=t_102967_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FAJBulOEZelE%2F Sexual lubricants Image via WikipediaStudy examines effect of water-based and silicon-based sexual lubricantWomen in recovery from alcoholism, addiction and co-dependency may find the use of sexual lubricants increases pleasure, sexual satisfaction and reduced pain during intercourse.A new study by sexual health researchers at Indiana University found that women who used lubricant during sex reported significantly higher levels of satisfaction and pleasure.The study, involving 2,453 women, is the largest systematic study of this kind, despite the widespread commercial availability of lubricant and the gaps in knowledge concerning its role in alleviating pain or contributing to other health issues."In spite of the widespread availability of lubricants in stores and on the Internet, it ... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4287589 Sat, 18 Dec 2010 15:58:00 +0100 4287589 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4253147&cid=t_102967_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2FjrVDGlpZGEg%2F From conception to delivery...big brother is watching you. Remember the classic 1999 BMJ paper describing the MRI imaging of sexual intercourse? Of course you do... here's the video. (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4253147 Sun, 12 Dec 2010 00:00:45 +0100 4253147 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4251113&cid=t_102967_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2FjrVDGlpZGEg%2F Remember the classic 1999 BMJ paper describing the MRI imaging of sexual intercourse? Of course you do... here's the video. (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4251113 Sun, 12 Dec 2010 00:00:45 +0100 4251113 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4163062&cid=t_102967_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fsexual-functions-in-alcoholic-men%2F Image via Wikipedia Evaluation of Sexual Functions in Turkish Alcohol-Dependent Males Male alcoholics and men in recovery may suffer the effects of drinking and smoking. A study in 2008 was conducted to evaluate sexual functions of alcoholic men. The study found that; 47% of alcohol-dependent men had their first sexual experience before they were 18 years old, 64.4% had multiple partners, 1.7% experienced a sexually transmitted disease, 7.7% had a chronic disease, and 18.3% had pain during intercourse. 70.3% of participants had a mild erectile dysfunction, and 4.4% had a moderate erectile dysfunction. Predictors of erectile dysfunction in chronic alcohol dependent male were determined as; age of subject, age of onset for alcohol use, duration of alcoholism, and cigarette ... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4163062 Fri, 12 Nov 2010 15:59:41 +0100 4163062 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4086521&cid=t_102967_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FPl7t8Im2OBg%2F As if you didn’t know! Normal intercourse results in greater satisfaction, better intimacy, promotes more trust with passion and real love. Hanky panky without intercourse does not give true satisfaction and is less intimate, passionate and loving. Masturbation does not result in effective satisfaction, is less intimate and does not promote trust, genuine passion or love. These are the outcomes of a new study of Portuguese women looking at relationship quality and sexual activity. Satisfaction increased as masturbation decreased and penis-vagina sex increased. Now what’s so new about that? Nothing I guess! But someone had to find out for sciences sake. Anyone’s that’s had sex with a partner and compared that with hanky panky without penis-vagina penetration will know what’s... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4086521 Sun, 17 Oct 2010 15:45:54 +0100 4086521 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3920775&cid=t_102967_86_f&fid=36669&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffadelibrary.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F08%2F31%2Finternational-journal-of-epidemiology-2010-vol-39-no-4%2F Contents Fade Fave: HIV transmission risk through anal intercourse: systematic review, meta-analysis and implications for HIV prevention. Fade Skinny: The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infectiousness of anal intercourse (AI) has not been systematically reviewed, despite its role driving HIV epidemics among men who have sex with men (MSM) and its potential contribution to heterosexual spread. We assessed the per-act and per-partner HIV transmission risk from AI exposure for heterosexuals and MSM and its implications for HIV prevention. Full text access is available by clicking on the above article title. Filed under: Current Awareness, E-Journals, Journals Tagged: Anal Intercourse, HIV, Risk, Sexually Transmitted Infections, Systematic Reviews (Source: Fade Library) Fade Library blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3920775 Tue, 31 Aug 2010 13:27:14 +0100 3920775 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3787128&cid=t_102967_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Femergency-contraception-after-emergency-sex-2%2F People in recovery from alcoholism, addiction, codependency or gambling may need emergency contraception on occasion. After all, sometimes there is an emergent sexual arousal If you’ve had unprotected intercourse and don’t want to get pregnant, you still have a method of birth control at your disposal: emergency contraception (EC). Unlike other forms of contraception, EC can be used after intercourse to prevent pregnancy. After an unprotected sexual encounter, you have a window of between 3 and 5 days in which to use EC, although the sooner you use it, the better it works. There are three methods of EC in current use: a single dose of contraceptive pills called Plan B, a series of two doses of contraceptive pills called the Yuzpe method, and insertion of an IUD. All o... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3787128 Sun, 25 Jul 2010 18:07:00 +0100 3787128 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3730105&cid=t_102967_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fwomens-sexual-health%2F Women Say Sexual Health Issues Impact Multiple Aspects of Their Lives. Many women in recovery from alcoholism, addiction, compulsive gambling or co-dependency may identify with this survey. The women included were heterosexual, lesbian and/or bisexual. National Survey Shows 70% of Women Have Experienced a Sexual Health Issue A new survey released today shows 70 percent of women report having experienced a sexual health issue, of which 22 percent felt very or extremely concerned. The survey also found that many women claim they would be comfortable talking to a health care provider about a sexual health issue, but less than one-fifth (18%) actually visited their health care provider when they experienced one. The survey, commissioned by the US National Women’s Health Resource Center (... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3730105 Mon, 05 Jul 2010 19:27:01 +0100 3730105 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3724580&cid=t_102967_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2Fyyu_gznVPCk%2F This article discusses the problem and where to seek help. At one time or another, almost every man experiences erectile dysfunction. Defined as an inability to achieve or maintain an erection firm enough to have satisfying intercourse. Erectile dysfunction has an impact on more than just a man’s self-esteem – it may also wreak havoc on a relationship. Some women buy into the myth that men are highly sexual and ready at any time. They may see their partner’s lack of an erection as a sign that he doesn’t love or desire her and she may blame herself for her partner’s lack of response. Embarrassment, anxiety and a lack of information about erectile dysfunction can contribute to this sexual problem. Past sexual practices, including masturbation, do not cause ... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3724580 Sat, 03 Jul 2010 17:08:00 +0100 3724580 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3524112&cid=t_102967_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fthe-diaphragm-is-back-and-its-latex-free%2F2010.05.01 After a prolonged hiatus, during which diaphragms became as scarce as Elaine’s treasured sponges, the Ortho All Flex diaphragm is back, and it’s now latex-free. The over one-year (at least in my area) shortage happened as the manufacturer transitioned from the old latex to new silicone diaphragms, and suppliers everywhere began backordering this important barrier contraceptive. (more…) *This blog post was originally published at The Blog that Ate Manhattan* (Source: Better Health) Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3524112 Sat, 01 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3524112 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3454209&cid=t_102967_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fdisease-risks-of-non-straight-sex%2F What are the risks of sexual activities other than penile-vaginal intercourse? In recovery from alcoholism, addiction and compulsive gambling many people begin to take more responsibility for their sexual behaviors. Many couples engage in mutual masturbation, oral sex and anal sex instead of penile-vaginal intercourse to prevent pregnancy and avoid catching sexually transmitted infections (STIs). These activities reduce the risk of pregnancy, but most people don’t know that the risk of spreading an STI stays significantly high. Various infections may be spread through blood, saliva, semen, and feces. Different organisms have different risks of being spread, but the risk is always increased with open sores and abrasions, or other breaks in the skin, oral or vaginal lining. Few individual... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3454209 Tue, 06 Apr 2010 16:33:00 +0100 3454209 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3383092&cid=t_102967_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FTFdq1gci4Qk%2F This article may help identify the problem. Sex is supposed to be enjoyable, but for countless women suffering from vulvodynia, that’s not the case. Characterized by; pain or discomfort with sexual intercourse, rawness, stinging, itching and burning in the vagina or vulva, vulvodynia is a common condition, but it is often undiagnosed or misdiagnosed. “The symptoms of vulvodynia mimic those of other, common vulvovaginal infections,” explains Christin Veasley, associate executive director of the National Vulvodynia Association in Silver Spring, Md. “Women are routinely and incorrectly told that they have a yeast or bacterial infection over and over again.” Vulvodynia is more prevalent than most health practitioners realize. Roughly 16% of women between the ages of 18-64 have expe... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3383092 Thu, 18 Mar 2010 20:47:44 +0100 3383092 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3827171&cid=t_102967_117_f&fid=38815&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FGetPrimed%2F%7E3%2Fr-432LQ8hvo%2F Many mid-life women experience changes in sexual health including vaginal atrophy, vaginal dryness and painful sexual intercourse. Since many women do not discuss these issues, we are conducting an anonymous survey to better understand the types of sexual health issues women are dealing with so we can design appropriate educational materials. We appreciate your responses and will share our results. This survey is powered by SurveyGizmo’s online survey software. Please take my survey now (Source: Get Primed!) Get Primed! blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3827171 Fri, 05 Mar 2010 20:43:00 +0100 3827171 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3273087&cid=t_102967_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2F8pG0eTyYVe4%2F 40+ Sexuality Variety can be the spice of intercourse Recovery from alcoholism, addiction, gambling or co-dependency is common for people in their forth decade. Often sexuality in relationships has been absent or troubled. This may be true for straight, gays or lesbians. Too many men and women in long-term relationships lament that “the thrill is gone” but often don’t understand why. Some blame themselves or their partners or tell themselves that sexual boredom is as inevitable a part of growing older as wrinkles and reading glasses. It doesn’t have to be that way. And here’s why: To coin a cliché, variety can be the spice of intercourse. There are many kinds of sex play, but here let’s consider intercourse and different ways to do it — that is, experiment with positions. Th... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3273087 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 01:05:00 +0100 3273087 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3212606&cid=t_102967_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2F6y5o0zhf2sg%2F Sex takes 3 to 13 minutes This story may help people who are discovering their new sexuality in recovery. Recovery from alcoholism, addiction, gambling and co-dependency is a journey of discovery of self. And, self includes ones sexuality. Maybe men had it right all along: It doesn’t take long to be satisfied in bed. A survey of sex therapists concluded the optimal amount of time for sexual intercourse was 3 to 13 minutes. The findings, to be published in the May issue of the Journal of Sexual Medicine, strike at the notion that endurance is the key to a great sex life. If that sounds like good news to you, don’t cheer too loudly. The time does not count foreplay, and the therapists did rate sexual intercourse that lasts from 1 to 2 minutes as “too short.” Story Hig... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3212606 Wed, 27 Jan 2010 07:07:20 +0100 3212606 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3827172&cid=t_102967_117_f&fid=38815&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FGetPrimed%2F%7E3%2F3oNSFqX6Pl0%2F In a previous blog post – Sexual Changes during Perimenopause and Beyond – I reviewed some of the sexual changes that may occur with menopause. One of the most common sexual issue for postmenopausal women is vaginal atrophy (atrophic vaginitis), the thinning and inflammation of vaginal walls induced by declining estrogen. Vaginal atrophy can lead to vaginal dryness and painful sexual intercourse. Although many women do not seek help for this condition, estrogen treatment has been proven effective in restoring vaginal health and improving symptoms. Estrogen Options There are a number of low dose hormone therapies available in a variety of forms such as vaginal tablets, rings and creams. These local therapies relieve dryness and painful intercourse by rebuilding the lining of the vagina... Get Primed! blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3827172 Wed, 30 Dec 2009 16:02:00 +0100 3827172 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3119070&cid=t_102967_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fstudy-confirms-sex-is-better-than-masturbation%2F As if you didn’t know! Normal intercourse results in greater satisfaction, better intimacy, promotes more trust with passion and real love. Hanky panky without intercourse does not give true satisfaction and is less intimate, passionate and loving. Masturbation does not result in effective satisfaction, is less intimate and does not promote trust, genuine passion or love. These are the outcomes of a new study of Portuguese women looking at relationship quality and sexual activity. Satisfaction increased as masturbation decreased and penis-vagina sex increased. Now what’s so new about that? Nothing I guess! But someone had to find out for sciences sake. Anyone’s that’s had sex with a partner and compared that with hanky panky without penis-vagina penetration will know what’s... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3119070 Thu, 24 Dec 2009 00:34:34 +0100 3119070 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2947143&cid=t_102967_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2F6-signs-of-sex-addiction%2F Sex Addiction signs and SymptomsSex can be real problem for some people when sexual practices get out of control. Sex addiction has several symptoms that may be easily identified if you know what to look for. However, like all addiction one needs to be honest with oneself. This video explores the signs of sex addiction.If you think you may have a problem contact a specialist sex addiction counsellor or one of the organisations listed below. Sex Addicts AnonymousSex and Love Addicts Anonymous Sexaholics Anonymous Related Reading: Share/Save (Source: Recovery Is Sexy.com) Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2947143 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 08:21:27 +0100 2947143 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2859152&cid=t_102967_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FbiLWdvAagDA%2F Sex remains an important part of life for many older Americans even as they develop more sexual and health problems as they age. Investigators conducted in-home interviews with 1,550 women and 1,455 men from July 2005 through March 2006 “Interestingly, this study suggests that sexual practices and behaviors are not very different in this age group [...] [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] (Source: Recovery Is Sexy.com) Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2859152 Sat, 19 Sep 2009 18:03:20 +0100 2859152 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2814712&cid=t_102967_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fwomens-sexual-health%2F Women Say Sexual Health Issues Impact Multiple Aspects of Their Lives. Many women in recovery from alcoholism, addiction, compulsive gambling or co-dependency may identify with this survey. The women included were heterosexual, lesbian and/or bisexual. National Survey Shows 70% of Women Have Experienced a Sexual Health Issue A new survey released today shows 70 percent of women report having experienced a sexual health issue, of which 22 percent felt very or extremely concerned. The survey also found that many women claim they would be comfortable talking to a health care provider about a sexual health issue, but less than one-fifth (18%) actually visited their health care provider when they experienced one. The survey, commissioned by the US National Women’s Health Resource Cente... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2814712 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 06:53:53 +0100 2814712 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2727428&cid=t_102967_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fsexual-bliss-takes-time%2F Sex takes 3 to 13 minutes, study says This story may help people who are discovering their new sexuality in recovery. Recovery from alcoholism, addiction, gambling and co-dependency is a journey of discovery of self. And, self includes ones own sexuality. Maybe men had it right all along: It doesn’t take long to satisfy a woman in bed. A survey of sex therapists concluded the optimal amount of time for sexual intercourse was 3 to 13 minutes. The findings, to be published in the May issue of the Journal of Sexual Medicine, strike at the notion that endurance is the key to a great sex life. If that sounds like good news to you, don’t cheer too loudly. The time does not count foreplay, and the therapists did rate sexual intercourse that lasts from 1 to 2 minutes as “too shor... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2727428 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:41:00 +0100 2727428 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2630118&cid=t_102967_87_f&fid=34595&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnhsblogdoc.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F07%2Fgagging-patients.html My ageing Greek friend advises me that doctors in the USA are asking patients to sign gagging orders, preventing them from using the various "rate your doctor" websites that are proliferating over there. We have the dreadful Neil Bacon to thank for these sites in this country and, much as I detest the man, may I once again stress that he has never to my knowledge had a relationship with a motor vehicle, and I do wish people would stop clicking on that dreadful composite photograph on Google images. How would you feel if you put your name into Google images and something like that came up at the top?I hate these sites but I would never attempt to gag a patient. If they want to complain about a named doctor, they should do so. But through the normal channels, not on a scurrilous website unde... NHS Blog Doctor blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2630118 Thu, 23 Jul 2009 07:34:00 +0100 2630118 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2256103&cid=t_102967_87_f&fid=34595&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnhsblogdoc.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F03%2Fdr-neil-bacon-tells-lies-on-radio-4.html Neil Bacon, just back from his skiing holiday it seems, hires a hospital room to promote his website. There is no evidence that Bacon is currently working as a doctor. He likes to style himself as some sort of kidney specialist, but he did not finish the training. He was involved in setting up DNUK but then left that organisation in circumstances which remain unclear. Since then he has been trying to make a living with his new internet venture. It is entirely characteristic of his hypocrisy and duplicity that this promo video is on YouTube with comments disabled. Please feel free to make comments about it here.Bacon was on Radio 4 at lunchtime today, (soon to be available here) He was once again trying to flog his cynical, disreputable website. Oddly, Hamish Meldrum was cosying up to him, ... NHS Blog Doctor blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2256103 Tue, 10 Mar 2009 14:11:00 +0100 2256103 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1788948&cid=t_102967_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fsex-for-the-over-forty%2F Variety can be the spice of intercourse Recovery from alcoholism, addiction, gambling or codependency is common for people in their forth decade. Often sexuality in relationships has been absent or troubled. Too many men and women in long-term relationships lament that “the thrill is gone” but often don’t understand why. Some blame themselves or their partners or tell themselves that sexual boredom is as inevitable a part of growing older as wrinkles and reading glasses. It doesn’t have to be that way. And here’s why: To coin a cliche, variety can be the spice of intercourse. There are many kinds of sex play, but here let’s consider intercourse and different ways to do it — that is, experiment with positions. This doesn’t men you and your partner have to become gymnasts.... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1788948 Fri, 12 Sep 2008 12:30:15 +0100 1788948 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1779198&cid=t_102967_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2008%2F09%2F09%2Fthe-sexual-habits-of-australians%2F Have you ever wondered about the sexual habits of middle-aged adults from Down Under? No? Well, some researchers have (lucky you!). In fact, some researchers are so curious about the sexual habits of people, they’re conducting a global study of sexual attitudes and behaviors of 27,500 people. But one of the first articles they’ve published from that study concerns our middle-aged and older friends in Australia. The researchers conducted a telephone survey in 2001 and 2002. 1,500 participants completed the survey (evenly divided between men and women), ages 40 to 80. The questionnaire survey covered demographic information, overall health, and sexual behaviors, sexual attitudes and sexual beliefs. The good news is that Australians are having sex. A lot of it. Overall, ... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1779198 Tue, 09 Sep 2008 14:27:25 +0100 1779198 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1564175&cid=t_102967_150_f&fid=35777&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FPharmalot%2F%7E3%2F324842315%2F Simple, yes? Men who have more sexual intercourse are more likely to avoid developing erectile dysfunction, according to a study in the American Journal of Medicine. In other words, the more you do it, the less likely you’ll need to buy Pfizer’s expensive little blue pill. Or any impotence pill, for that matter. Analyzing a five-year study of 989 men aged 55 to 75 years from Finland, the researchers found that men reporting intercourse less than once per week at baseline had twice the incidence of erectile dysfunction compared with those reporting intercourse once per week. Further, the risk of erectile dysfunction was inversely related to the frequency of intercourse. Other factors that may affect the incidence of ED, such as age, chronic medical conditions (diabetes, heart ... Pharmalot blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1564175 Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:57:47 +0100 1564175 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1489538&cid=t_102967_105_f&fid=36987&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FIvorKovicMd%2F%7E3%2F302051508%2F The objective of this study was to investigate sexual intercourse with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). A volunteer couple (30 yearold male, 27-year-old female) with a normal sex life, had face to face sexual intercourse (reversed missionary position) under MRI. Static and dynamic T2-weighted sagittal sequencies were acquired on the midline before and during vaginal penetration. In this position, before penetration, the vagina was parallel to the pubococcygeal line and had normal anterior convexity. After penetration, accentuation of the vaginal convexity was observed, produced by the penile gland reaching the anterior cul-de-sac and contact with the anterior vaginal wall. The posterior bladder wall was pushed forward and upward, the uterus upward and backward. In this initial experience,... Ivor Kovic, M.D. blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1489538 Sat, 31 May 2008 21:58:59 +0100 1489538 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1454350&cid=t_102967_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2008%2F05%2F20%2Fteens-and-oral-sex%2F One of the common myths about teens and sex (it appears to be “Teen Week” here at World of Psychology!) is that teens nowadays are trying to hold on to their virginity by engaging only in oral sex as opposed to full intercourse. New research largely debunks this myth. The study, published in the July issue of Journal of Adolescent Health, looked at 2,200 teens ages 15 through 19 and found that teens become sexually active with both oral sex and intercourse largely at the same time. Just under half reported having full intercourse when survey, and just over half reported having had oral sex. Those who identified themselves as virgins were far less likely to say that they had tried oral sex than those who admitted to having had full intercourse. Within 6 months of having thei... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1454350 Tue, 20 May 2008 13:25:44 +0100 1454350 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1446495&cid=t_102967_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Ferectile-dysfunction%2F This article discusses the problem and where to seek help. At one time or another, almost every man experiences erectile dysfunction. Defined as an inability to achieve or maintain an erection firm enough to have satisfying intercourse. Erectile dysfunction has an impact on more than just a man’s self-esteem - it may also wreak havoc on a relationship. Some women buy into the myth that men are highly sexual and ready at any time. They may see their partner’s lack of an erection as a sign that he doesn’t love or desire her and she may blame herself for her partner’s lack of response. Embarrassment, anxiety and a lack of information about erectile dysfunction can contribute to this sexual problem. Past sexual practices, including masturbation, do not cause erecti... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1446495 Fri, 16 May 2008 11:33:29 +0100 1446495 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1380622&cid=t_102967_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fmature-women-and-sex%2F This article discusses some of those changes. Mature Women and Sexuality There is no age limit on sex for women. Although mature women may become aroused more slowly than younger ones, many find that their desire increases when they no longer have to worry about being interrupted by young children or about getting pregnant. Most mature women, especially those who remain sexually active, retain the ability to have normal orgasms. But as women age, their bodies change and so do their sexual organs. Menopause and Lubrication After menopause, women’s bodies produce less estrogen (the female hormone). The lower estrogen level creates some physical changes that may affect sexual activity. You may find that it takes longer for your vagina to swell and lubricate when you’re sexually arou... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1380622 Fri, 18 Apr 2008 07:35:12 +0100 1380622 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1368939&cid=t_102967_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Femergency-contraception-after-emergency-sex%2F People in recovery from alcoholism, addiction, codependency or gambling may need emergency contraception on occasion. After all, sometimes there is an emergent sexual arousal If you’ve had unprotected intercourse and don’t want to get pregnant, you still have a method of birth control at your disposal: emergency contraception (EC). Unlike other forms of contraception, EC can be used after intercourse to prevent pregnancy. After an unprotected sexual encounter, you have a window of between 3 and 5 days in which to use EC, although the sooner you use it, the better it works. There are three methods of EC in current use: a single dose of contraceptive pills called Plan B, a series of two doses of contraceptive pills called the Yuzpe method, and insertion of an IUD. All of... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1368939 Sat, 12 Apr 2008 10:49:26 +0100 1368939 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1353968&cid=t_102967_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2008%2F04%2F06%2Fhow-long-for-good-sex-5-minutes-will-do%2F If you’ve ever wondered how long is “enough” for good sex, you may now have your answer. In a survey of 34 sex therapists (who should know better, right?), researchers discovered that anywhere between 3 and 13 minutes was optimal for good sexual intercourse. In a 2005 study of 1,500 couples, 7 minutes was ideal, but as little as 3 to 5 minutes (not including foreplay) will do according to the current study. (We couldn’t find the 2005 study mentioned in the newspaper article — we wish they’d actually include a reference when reporting on such data!) Seven minutes? Five minutes? What does it matter? If you’re having a good sex life and can talk honestly to your partner from time to time about sex and any issues that arise, I don’t understand... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1353968 Sun, 06 Apr 2008 15:46:38 +0100 1353968 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1352302&cid=t_102967_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Ftime-to-sexual-bliss%2F Sex takes 3 to 13 minutes, study says This story may help people who are discovering their new sexuality in recovery. Recovery from alcoholism, addiction, gambling and codependency is a journey of discovery of self. And, self includes ones sexuality. Maybe men had it right all along: It doesn’t take long to satisfy a woman in bed. A survey of sex therapists concluded the optimal amount of time for sexual intercourse was 3 to 13 minutes. The findings, to be published in the May issue of the Journal of Sexual Medicine, strike at the notion that endurance is the key to a great sex life. If that sounds like good news to you, don’t cheer too loudly. The time does not count foreplay, and the therapists did rate sexual intercourse that lasts from 1 to 2 minutes as “too short... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1352302 Sat, 05 Apr 2008 12:03:49 +0100 1352302 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1231806&cid=t_102967_87_f&fid=34595&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnhsblogdoc.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F02%2Fsexual-intercourse-on-valentines-day.html Make it happy for herI arrived at work today to be given a Valentine’s Card by my secretary. Sadly, it was not from some mysterious young lady, but from a drug company. And it was not really for me. It was for my partner. Happy Valentine’s Day – Make it happy for her. Romantically, I’m thinking flowers, champagne and dinner. The drug company, however, is concerned to ensure that I can access a moist, well-lubricated vagina thus to facilitate my every pleasure. For it is not Valentine’s Day, it is Vagifem Day. Maybe I am losing my sense of humour but I find this offensive, sexist and patronising. What an appalling way to pitch at male doctors. Long term readers will remember that the disreputable company responsible for this drug has a track record for underhand, tasteless drug... NHS Blog Doctor blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1231806 Thu, 14 Feb 2008 13:47:00 +0100 1231806 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=479024&cid=t_102967_83_f&fid=34922&url=http%3A%2F%2Froboticsurgeon.blogspot.com%2F2007%2F03%2Furostream-weird-question-of-week.html "Can I have sex with my catheter in?"Interesting reading the comments.I have a hard time with some of my patients after robotic prostatectomy in regards to sexual function.The 2 important questions are when to start viagra/levitra/cialis after surgery. Some urologists do not use it at all, some use it even before surgery, and some after the catheter comes out.It is unclear how long patients need to wait to have intercourse after their catheters are removed. Some say 6 weeks, some 4, and some less. I used to say 2 weeks until 1 man had a painful time after 2 weeks. Since then I have patients wait at least 3 weeks.Ive had several patients have intercourse in less time than that, with the record being 9 days. Ive had some patients have erections with the catheter in and without medicines, but... Thoughts from a robotic surgeon blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=479024 Sat, 10 Mar 2007 00:01:00 +0100 479024