That fat-like substance known as cholesterol which is usually associated with liver and heart ailments has the power to control your sex life too. Yes! High levels of cholesterol can cause fatty deposits in various arteries of the body and block them. And if the artery is one belonging to the pelvic area, the blood […]
As evident from its name, sexually transmitted disease (STD) spreads through sexual acts – be it oral, vaginal, anal or genital rubbing. There are various STDs widely prevalent across the globe and some are difficult to cure leading to serious complications or even death. Though avoiding sex completely is the only guaranteed protection to STDs […]
To remove the social stigma attached to the dreaded disease HIV/AIDS and ensure equality for all, a Bill was recently passed in both the Houses of Parliament. Initially proposed in 2014 by the then Health Minister, Ghulam Nabi Azad, it was finally approved in Rajya Sabha on 21 March, 2017 followed by Lok Sabha on […]
In simple language, hepatitis refers to a viral infection of the liver. There are 5 types of viruses affecting the liver namely hepatitis A, B, C, D and E. Hepatitis C is the most common and dangerous of all causing mild acute illness to a chronic life-threatening one. Prevalence: – widely prevalent globally – both […]
GENITAL HERPES Genital herpes is a viral Sexually Transmitted Disease caused by Herpes Simplex Virus- Type 1 and 2. Mainly producing sores or blisters on the infected area, this disease is common among sexually active people. Predominance: -Equally prevalent in both men and women -More common among age groups of 14-50 yrs. -It usually affects […]
CHLAMYDIA Chlamydia is a bacterial infection affecting the genitals, anus, eyes or throat, transmitted sexually. Prevalence: Most common of all STDs with almost 1 million new cases every year. Females at a higher risk More common in younger age groups who are sexually active i.e. 15-25 years of age Spreads through: Unprotected vaginal sex, oral […]
SYPHILIS Another deadly sexually transmitted disease, Syphilis is characterized by generalized rash or sores on the genitals/anus/mouth. Often, it produces no symptoms making diagnosis difficult. Prevalence: More common among heterosexuals/bisexuals Affects both males and females High incidence rates in the age group of 20-29 years Spreads through: Direct contact with the syphilitic sores Unprotected sex […]
GONORRHEA Also, known as ‘the clap’, Gonorrhea is another nasty sexually transmitted disease caused by bacteria Neisseria Gonorrhoeae. This bacterium usually, infects the moist areas of the body such as the genitals, cervix, uterus, fallopian tubes, anus, throat, mouth or even eyes. Prevalence: More common in females The disease of the sexually active group can […]
HUMAN PAPILLOMAVIRUS AND GENITAL WARTS Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a group of viruses that cause the formation of warts on various parts of the body, mainly the genitals. A sexually-transmitted disease, genital warts are soft, flat growths on the genitals or anal region. Other areas affected may include mouth, hands, and feet. Prevalence: Most common […]
Watery discharge: Is it normal, and what does it mean? And then I was very excited. But when we started to make love, I felt a lot of pain. I felt sore and dry. A lot of women feel this way at times and a moment to cherish turns into a painful memory watery discharge […]