For anyone with ovaries, the stage of life known as menopause will come along sometime between the late 40s and mid 50s. Some of the early symptoms can even be seen in the late 30s. This is a time of profound physical, psychological and hormonal changes, with potential major effects on sexuality and
An estimated 23-33% of vulvar owners have clitoral adhesions.
Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder (HSDD) is a state of decreased sexual desire that has occurred as a change from a previously normally functioning level of desire that is personally bothersome with no clear identifiable initiating factors. Current treatment options are discussed.
Pelvic floor muscles are thin layers of muscle that form a basket to support pelvic organs and their dysfunction can lead to pain disorders or problems with bladder, bowel and sexual functions.
Sexual health concerns are very common after a cancer diagnosis - and often treatable.
Anorgasmia is a general term used to describe the absence of orgasm during sexual activity.
It’s easy to forget how important sleep is, but time and again, studies show sleep is critical to many aspects of our health and well being including our energy level, mood, productivity, concentration, weight and sex.
Vestibulodynia is a general term used to describe pain in the vestibule. The vestibule is the tissue within the vulva that sits at the opening of the vagina. The vestibule is the transition between external and internal, just like a vestibule of a building is the entrance.
Vestibulodynia is a general term used to describe pain in the vestibule. The vestibule is the tissue within the vulva that sits at the opening of the vagina. The vestibule is the transition between external and internal, just like a vestibule of a building is the entrance.
Dyspareunia is a general term for pain with penetration during intimate sexual contact (fingers, toy, penis). Deep pelvic pain, or deep dyspareunia, usually emerges because of other existing disorders deep in the pelvis adjacent to or touching the deeper portions of the vagina.
Lichen sclerosus is a common inflammatory disorder that affects the skin in the areas of the anus and genitals, and the most common condition among women seen in specialty clinics.
Vulvar dermatoses are skin disorders that affect the vulva, causing itching, burning and discomfort. These dermatologic conditions may include a type of vulvodynia, or chronic pain in the vulva. Unlike other types of vulvar pain in which there are no visible symptoms, with vulva dermatoses there ar
Genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) is a condition characterized by several signs and symptoms attributed to low estrogen levels, often associated with menopause. GSM is a very common problem that can result in vaginal dryness, sexual pain, and urinary concerns.
Persistent genital arousal disorder was first described by Leiblum and Nathan in 2001 and was initially called Persistent Sexual Arousal Syndrome (PSAS). The name was changed to PGAD in 2006 because the condition was due to a genital arousal problem rather than a sexual arousal problem. Genitop
Lichen planus is an uncommon inflammatory disorder that affects the skin and mucous membranes of the mouth and genitals.
The International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health (ISSWSH) is established to promote research and exchange of knowledge in the field of female sex
uality. ISSWSH is on the cutting edge of research and education in the diagnosis and treatment of women’s sexual health concerns. Visit ISSWSH.org to learn more.
This website does not provide medical advice. If you think you have a medical emergency, call 911 immediately. The materials on this website are for general educational information only and are not a substitute for a patient-healthcare professional relationship. Your use of this website does not establish a relationship with a healthcare professional.
The International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health (ISSWSH) is established to promote research and exchange of knowledge in the field of female sexuality. ISSWSH is on the cutting edge of research and education in the diagnosis and treatment of women’s sexual health concerns. Visit ISSWSH.org to learn more.
This website does not provide medical advice. If you think you have a medical emergency, call 911 immediately. The materials on this website are for general educational information only and are not a substitute for a patient-healthcare professional relationship. Your use of this website does not establish a relationship with a healthcare professional.