You might have turned on the news recently and been bombarded with this seemingly ‘new’ STD on everyone’s radar called Monkeypox. While it isn’t anything new per se, Monkeypox is an uncommon viral illness brought on by infection with the monkeypox virus. Quick Introduction to Monkeypox Monkeypox cases in humans first appeared in records in
Read more/*! elementor – v3.5.3 – 28-12-2021 */.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=”.svg”]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block} Pubic lice might be seen as similar to normal head lice, and the treatment options might seem similar but the connotations and mentality surrounding its treatment plan couldn’t be any more different. Classified as an STD, it means that the affected individual should be
Read moreSeeing blood in your semen can be such a nerve-wracking experience. Naturally, you’ll think that maybe you have a serious medical condition since it’s uncommon to have blood mixed in your semen. However, experts say that it rarely indicates a serious medical condition. Hematospermia (blood in semen) doesn’t last long and goes away without you
Read moreAccording to the World Health Organisation (WHO), there are more than 116 million women who are affected by PCOS or polycystic ovarian syndrome worldwide in 2021. But as prevalent as it seems, most of us have never heard of this condition, which begs the question: what exactly is PCOS? What is PCOS? Women are more
Read moreFor most part, experiencing pelvic pain is common and normal, especially amongst women with their monthly menstrual cycle. However, there can be several possible reasons behind the pain in one’s pelvic area. Oftentimes, it can just be a result of menstrual cramping or painful ovulation for women, with the pain going away as the menstrual
Read moreDespite being a taboo topic for religious or cultural reasons, medical professionals would argue that sex should be a normalised topic, especially for partners that are thinking of bringing their relationship to the next level. It is more than just asking for the sake of knowing someone – asking key questions can let you decide if
Read moreCondoms are considered one of the most effective means to prevent unwanted pregnancy and minimise the risk of developing sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). However, the effectiveness of condoms is not absolute. Proper usage is required to ensure their effectiveness and to prevent breakage and accidents from occurring. So if you are sexually active, it is
Read moreMarriage is a significant milestone for everyone. In preparation for the wedding, the couples often find themselves overwhelmed with various tasks they have to accomplish before the big day itself. However, there is one vital undertaking that is often overlooked by a couple – their pre-marital health screenings. Couples often ignore pre-marital health screenings because
Read moreWhen it comes to engaging in safe sex with your partner, condoms are one of the safest forms of contraceptives. When used correctly, condoms provide reliable protection as they are about 98% effective. Its effectiveness falls to around 85% when human error is taken into account, such as putting them on wrongly. However, it
Read moreUrine mainly consists of waste products that are filtered by the kidney from the blood and excess water. Depending on the ratio between waste products and excess water, the colour of the urine can signify the health of the individual. For instance, yellowish to amber colours suggest that the urine is healthy, whereas colours of
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