intimate life

Most often, vaginal dryness arises only after menopause, and is related to the natural decrease in the production of the estrogen hormone. However, this dryness can happen at any age due to various types of problem, causing discomfort especially during intimate contact. 1. Hormonal changes One of the main causes of vaginal dryness is the reduction of the amount of estrogen in the body, because this is the hormone responsible for maintaining a thin layer of lubricating fluid in the mucous membranes of the vagina, avoiding vaginal dryness

Vaginal dryness is a natural alteration of intimate lubrication that can cause a lot of discomfort and burning to the woman during the day-to-day, and can also cause pain during intimate contact. Although this change is more frequent in menopause, due to the decrease of the hormones that maintain the vaginal lubrication, the dryness can also happen in young women, especially when an oral contraceptive is used

To heal the external hemorrhoids faster a seat bath can be made with Indian chestnut and then use the witch hazel ointment, but there are other solutions like eating more fiber and taking capsules of garlic, echinacea or Psyllium. Garlic and echinacea capsules are also good options for fighting internal hemorrhoids, but these home treatments should not replace the doctor's treatment, which may include the use of painkillers, ointments or salves

The pubic pediculosis, also known as Chato, is the infestation of the pubic region by lice of the species Pthirus pubis , also known as pubic lice. These lice are able to lay eggs in the hair of the region and feed on the blood of the affected person through bites, so it causes symptoms such as itching, hives and irritation of the intima

Treatment for Gardnerella can be done with antibiotic medicines such as Secnidazole, Metronidazole or Azithromycin, and in some cases with ointments for local application such as Clindamycin or Metronidazole. Gardnerella is a bacterium naturally found in female flora, and the abnormal proliferation of these bacteria causes a vaginal infection also called bacterial vaginosis

Intramural myoma is a type of benign tumor very common in women, which develops on the inner wall of the uterus and, although not always causing symptoms, can cause abdominal pain, increased menstrual flow or changes in fertility. Although intramural is the most common type of myoma, other sites that tumors may develop include the lining of the uterus, called the submucous myoma, or the outermost part called the subserous fibroid

Aphrodisiac foods, such as chocolate, pepper or cinnamon, have nutrients that have stimulating properties and therefore increase the production of sex hormones and improve libido. In addition, this type of food is also able to bring the feeling of well being, making the sexual appetite be stimulated in both men and women

Phimosis is the inability to retract the skin of the penis to expose the glans, which creates the sensation that there is a ring at the tip of the penis that prevents the skin from slipping normally. After birth, it is common for babies to have this type of problem, but until age 3 the skin of the penis usually loosens spontaneously, starting to function normally

The remedies for candidiasis should have antifungal properties with the objective of eliminating the development of the fungus that can cause itching, pain and redness, characteristic of candidiasis. Thus, depending on the affected region, it is possible to use oral and vaginal ointments and tablets to help fight candidiasis, which may occur in both men and women

HPV can be cured, but it does not always occur because it is difficult for the virus to be completely eliminated from the body. However, when the treatment is performed correctly and the lesions disappear completely and it can be said that the individual is cured even though the virus has not been completely eliminated since it can stay dormant in the body for several years without the infection come back

The treatment for ovarian cyst is done by the gynecologist and depends on the size of the cyst, its shape, the symptoms and the age of the woman. In most cases, the ovarian cyst disappears on its own, requiring no treatment and therefore the doctor can only advise regular ovarian monitoring by ultrasound and blood test to evaluate the evolution of the cyst

Sexual reassignment surgery, transgenitalization, or neofaloplasty, popularly known as gender-change surgery, is done with the objective of adapting the physical characteristics and the genital organs of the transgender person, so that the person can have the body fit for what appropriate for you. This surgery is performed on people of the female or male gender, and involves complex and long surgical procedures, involving either the construction of a new genitalia, called neopenis or neovagina, as well as the removal of other organs such as penis, breast, uterus and ovaries

The vaginal infection arises when the female genital organ is infected by some type of microorganism, and the fungi, such as Candida , are the most frequent, and may also be by bacteria, viruses or amoebas. Generally, the vaginal infection causes symptoms such as intense itching in the intima, redness, whitish discharge and foul smell, for example, and some common infections include: Candidiasis; Bacterial vaginosis; Trichomoniasis; Genital herpes; HPV; Chlamydia; Gonorrhea; Syphilis

Some signs, such as pain in the uterus, yellow discharge, itching or pain during intercourse may indicate changes in the uterus, such as cervicitis, polyps, or fibroids. Although, in most cases, these signs only indicate slight problems, such as inflammation of the uterus or ovaries, they can also be a sign of more serious diseases such as cancer

Women's condoms are a contraceptive method, which can replace contraceptive pills to protect against unwanted pregnancies and also against sexually transmitted diseases such as HPV, syphilis or HIV. This type of condom is sold in pharmacies or at a sexshop, and is usually more expensive than the condom for men

It is proven that overweight brings some disorders to the sex life, because it causes changes such as reduction of testosterone levels and difficulty maintaining the erection, which can disrupt the pleasure of life to two. However, some tips like finding the best positions and accepting the body the way it is are important to bring confidence and self-esteem, improving performance in bed

Female ejaculation occurs when the woman releases a liquid through the vagina during orgasm, being similar to what happens in the man during the ejaculation of the sperm. Although it may also be known as squirting or squirt , which is what happens when the woman releases urine during sexual activity, female ejaculation is slightly different, since the released fluid is not just urine, also possessing a substance similar to acid prostate, produced by the prostate in man

Treatment of Peyronie's disease, which causes abnormal curvature of the penis, is not always necessary because the disease may disappear spontaneously after a few months or years. Despite this, treatment of peyronie's disease may include the use of drugs or the performance of surgery, guided by the urologist

The penile prosthesis is a device frequently used for the treatment of sexual impotence in man in cases of erectile dysfunction, paraplegia and tetraplegia as it helps to have and maintain an erection during intimate contact. The penile prosthesis can be of two types: Semi-rigid: made with material that keeps the penis always in erection, and can be placed in 3 positions that allow the intimate contact and comfort of the patient in daily life; Inflatable: placement of 2 flexible cylinders inside the penis, which can be filled with saline to facilitate erection, allowing it to be deflated after

The treatment of retrograde ejaculation can be done with medicines like ephedrine or phenylpropanolamine, for example, however this treatment is not always effective. Therefore, when the man intends to have children, but has not obtained results with the remedies indicated by the doctor, the urologist can recommend the collection of spermatozoa or the use of techniques of assisted reproduction, like the Intrauterine Insemination, where a small portion is inserted of sperm inside the woman's uterus