Jan 17, 2026
Most ViewedHarms of anal sex
Anal sex carries distinct and documented harms compared with other sexual activities, most notably increased risk of sexually transmitted infections (including a substantially higher risk of HIV trans...
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Sexually transmitted infections, including gonorrhea, herpes, HPV, and HIV
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Most ViewedWhat are safe, evidence‑based home remedies for vulvar itching and when should one see a clinician?
Simple, evidence‑based home measures — gentle vulvar hygiene, cotton underwear, sitz baths (baking soda or colloidal oatmeal), topical soothing agents like pure aloe or coconut oil, probiotics, and sh...
Feb 3, 2026
What barrier methods exist for safer oral sex and how effective are they?
Barrier methods for safer include male (external) , female (internal) condoms used or modified for oral contact, (latex or polyurethane sheets), tongue/oral condoms, and household substitutes like pla...
Jan 20, 2026
When should a couple seek medical or sex-therapy advice related to pegging or anal play?
When pegging or other anal play causes persistent physical symptoms — significant bleeding, intense pain, fever, discharge, or signs of infection — medical evaluation is warranted because the anal can...
Jan 13, 2026
How can vaginal infections like BV or yeast affect comfort with oral sex?
Vaginal infections such as bacterial vaginosis (BV) and yeast infections commonly cause irritation, abnormal discharge, and odors that can make receiving oral sex physically uncomfortable and emotiona...