Sexual health
Infections, pain, consent, and questions that are hard to ask in person.
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Infections, pain, consent, and questions that are hard to ask in person.
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- Before marriage my husband had other relationships. How do I ask him to get STI tests now without starting a fight? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Asking for STI testing is a healthy and responsible step, and many couples do it. Framing it as something you do together, for both of your health and for future children, can make it easier. You could say, 'I'd like us both to get tested, so we can be sure we're healthy. I'll… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Delivery ke baad se sex ka bilkul mann nahi karta. Baby 8 mahine ka hai. Husband ko lagta hai main usse pyaar nahi karti. Kya ye normal hai? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Yes, this is very common. After childbirth, many women have low sexual desire for months, sometimes longer. Reasons include tiredness and broken sleep, hormonal changes especially while breastfeeding, vaginal dryness, pain from healing, body image changes, stress of caring for a… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- My husband finishes very quickly during sex and gets upset if I bring it up. How can I talk to him about it without hurting him? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Many couples face this, and talking about it gently can help. Early ejaculation is common, especially in early marriage, and it often improves with time, relaxation and practice. It is also treatable if it continues. Choosing a calm time outside the bedroom, using 'we' language… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Main 4 mahine pregnant hoon. Kya sex karne se baby ko nuksaan ho sakta hai? Ghar wale mana karte hain. Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person For most women with a healthy pregnancy, sex is safe throughout pregnancy and does not harm the baby. The baby is protected by the amniotic fluid, the strong muscles of the womb and the cervix, which is sealed with a mucus plug. Many families believe sex should be avoided, but… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- cant insert tampon it hurts and wont go in Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Difficulty inserting a tampon is common, especially when starting out. Often it is because the angle is wrong, the vagina is dry on a light day, the tampon is too large, or the pelvic muscles are tense from nervousness. Aiming towards the lower back rather than straight up… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- I have small painful blisters near my vaginal opening that burst and became sores. It burns when I pass urine. It started a week after sex with my boyfriend. What could it be? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Painful blisters that burst into sores in the genital area, with burning when passing urine, are typical of genital herpes, a common sexually transmitted infection caused by the herpes simplex virus. Other causes of genital sores include syphilis, other infections, and skin… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- recurrent uti after intercourse how to prevent Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Urinary tract infections that follow sex are common in women because bacteria can be pushed towards the short urethra. Simple steps that help many women include passing urine soon after sex, drinking enough water through the day, wiping from front to back, using lubricant if… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- I am on the combined pill and sometimes get light bleeding after sex. Is the pill causing it? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person The pill can cause light bleeding between periods, especially in the first few months, after missed pills, or with some types of pill. It can also make an area of softer cells on the cervix, called an ectropion, more likely, and these cells can bleed easily after sex. However… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- I had caesarean 3 months back. Is sex safe now for the stitches inside? Also can I get pregnant so soon? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person After a caesarean, most women can resume sex once they feel comfortable, the wound has healed and bleeding has stopped, often from around six weeks. Sex does not put the internal stitches of the womb at risk once healing is underway. Choosing positions that avoid pressure on… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- After menopause sex has become painful and I bleed a little afterwards. My husband thinks I am avoiding him. What can help? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person After menopause, lower oestrogen makes the vaginal tissues thinner, drier and more fragile. This is called vaginal atrophy or genitourinary syndrome of menopause. It is very common and can make sex painful and cause light bleeding. It is a real physical change, not a lack of… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Condom slipped off with a new partner whose HIV status I don't know. It happened yesterday night. I am panicking. What should I do now? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Act quickly, but try not to panic. There is a treatment called post-exposure prophylaxis, PEP, that can greatly reduce the chance of HIV infection if started as soon as possible after exposure, and within 72 hours. Since this happened last night, you are within that window. Go… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- I have been married for four years and have never had an orgasm during sex. Is something wrong with my body? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Most likely, nothing is wrong with your body. Many women do not reach orgasm through penetration alone; most need direct or indirect stimulation of the clitoris. Not having an orgasm during sex is very common and often has to do with the type of stimulation, relaxation, and… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Copper T was inserted 10 days back. Now I have lower tummy pain, fever and smelly discharge. Is this infection from the procedure? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Pain, fever and smelly discharge within a few weeks of a Copper T insertion can be signs of pelvic infection, also called pelvic inflammatory disease. The risk of infection is highest in the first few weeks after insertion, especially if an existing infection such as chlamydia… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Condom kizhinjiduchu nu apram dhaan therinjudhu. Naan period mudinju 12 naal aachu. Pregnancy chance irukkaa? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Yes, there is a chance of pregnancy. Around twelve days after the start of your last period may be close to the time you ovulate, especially if your cycles are about 26 to 30 days long. This is often the most fertile part of the cycle. So it is worth using emergency… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- My screening test showed HPV positive. I have been married for 8 years. Does this mean my husband has been with someone else? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Not necessarily. HPV is very common; most sexually active people get it at some point. The virus can stay in the body without symptoms for years, sometimes many years, before it shows up on a test. So a positive result now does not tell when or from whom it came. It could have… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Since 3 days I have lower tummy pain on both sides, fever and yellow discharge. I started with new partner last month. What can this be? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Lower tummy pain with fever and abnormal discharge after a new partner can be signs of pelvic inflammatory disease, PID. This is an infection of the womb, fallopian tubes or ovaries, often caused by sexually transmitted infections such as chlamydia or gonorrhoea. It needs prompt… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- can hpv spread through oral sex Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Yes, HPV can spread through oral sex. Some HPV types can infect the mouth and throat, and in a small number of people, long-lasting infection with high-risk types can lead to cancers of the throat. Most oral HPV infections, like genital ones, clear on their own without causing… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- My partner has genital herpes. We want to continue our relationship. How can I lower my chance of getting it? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Many couples where one partner has herpes have long, healthy relationships, and there are ways to lower the risk. Herpes spreads most easily during outbreaks, when sores are present, but it can also spread when there are no symptoms. Avoiding sex, including oral sex, during… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Since I started antidepressants my mood is better but I have become very dry during sex and it is hard to get aroused. Should I stop the tablets? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Please do not stop your antidepressants without speaking to your doctor first, as stopping suddenly can cause withdrawal effects and your mood may return. Sexual side effects, including reduced arousal, dryness, lower desire and difficulty reaching orgasm, are common with some… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- My husband was told he has gonorrhoea after he had burning urine. I have no symptoms. Do I still need treatment, and does this mean he cheated? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Yes, you should be tested and usually treated too, even without symptoms. Gonorrhoea often causes no symptoms in women, but it can still spread to the womb and tubes and cause pelvic inflammatory disease, pain and fertility problems. Doctors usually recommend that sexual… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- My friend was sexually assaulted at a party last night. She is in shock and does not know whether to go to a hospital. Where should she go and what will happen? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person She should get medical care as soon as possible. She can go to the emergency department of the nearest government or private hospital; hospitals in India are required to provide free first aid and treatment to survivors of sexual assault. She does not have to file a police… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- I am 30 and already married. Is it worth getting the HPV vaccine now, or is it too late since I am sexually active? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person The HPV vaccine works best when given before someone becomes sexually active, because it protects against infection rather than clearing existing HPV. However, it can still be useful for some women who are already sexually active, as they may not have been exposed to all the HPV… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- After marriage every time after sex I get burning urine and feel like going to toilet again and again. Why is this happening so much? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person This is a common pattern, sometimes called honeymoon cystitis. During sex, bacteria from the skin around the vagina and back passage can be pushed towards the urethra, the tube that carries urine. In women, the urethra is short, so bacteria can easily reach the bladder and cause… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- I was sexually abused years ago. Now in my marriage I freeze during sex and feel panic. Can a doctor or counsellor help with this? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Yes, help is available, and what you are experiencing is a common response to past abuse. Freezing, panic, flashbacks or feeling disconnected during sex can happen even many years later, because the body and mind remember trauma. It is not your fault, and it does not mean… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
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