Sexual Health
31 July, 2007 - 20:32
This downloadable document covers info on various sexually transmitted diseases. These include Candida, Chlamydia, Crabs, Gonorrhoea, Herpes, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis A, HIV, NSU (Non specific urethritis), Scabies, Warts, Syphilis...
31 July, 2007 - 20:15
The information provided in this article is not designed for men in relationships who are HIV positive. Men who are HIV positive and in a relationship who want to have sex without condoms should get individual advice from their HIV medical consultant on the possible health implications particularly with regard to possible re-infection with a possibly different drug-resistant strain of HIV.
31 July, 2007 - 20:07
PEP is a course of HIV medication which you can take if you have been at risk of HIV infection. The course of HIV medication lasts about 28 days and, if taken within 72 hours of putting yourself at risk, may be able to prevent you from becoming infected with HIV. PEP stands for Post Exposure Prophylaxis – in other words it is a form of protection (against HIV) that you can take after you have taken a risk or had a condom break on you.
24 July, 2007 - 14:13
ED means an inability to get a good enough erection to achieve satisfactory intercourse. Some sufferers can’t get a hard-on at all; others get one but it isn’t firm enough to penetrate the partner; and others can manage penetration for a bit, but then lose it
24 July, 2007 - 14:01
Sometimes it can seem like the range of available condoms is bewildering. With so many sizes, shapes and thicknesses on offer, how do you know which to choose? Obviously, you are safest with a well-known brand bought from a pharmacist or brand vending machine. Always check the sell-by date and the Kitemark. Otherwise, the best plan is to try several until you find one that is comfortable for you. The preferred shape – be it straight, flared or contoured – is a matter of personal choice. Try a number of them until you find the one that is right for you.
24 July, 2007 - 13:51
A GUM (Genito Urinary Medicine) Clinic is a specialist clinic where you can be tested and treated for sexually transmitted infections (STIs). They are usually part of a hospital and can be called different things such as sexual health clinics, VD clinics, Clap clinics and STD clinics.
