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Sexual health
Enjoying emotional, physical, and social well-being in regard to one’s sexuality, including free and responsible sexual expression that enriches one’s personal and social life and fulfills one’s sexual rights. Disorders in sexual health can impact a person’s physical and emotional health, as well as his or her relationships and self-image.
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Two-Day Method
Health care; Sexual health
A cervical mucus method of birth control in which a woman observes whether or not she has had cervical mucus two days in a row. A fertility awareness-based method of behavioral contraception.
Nonoxynol-9
Health care; Sexual health
A chemical that immobilizes sperm that is used in most spermicides in the U. S.
fluorouracil
Health care; Sexual health
A chemotherapy medication in cream form that is applied directly to the skin. It is used to treat certain skin problems, including cancer and conditions that could become cancerous if not treated. ...
vaginal discharge
Health care; Sexual health
A clear or whitish fluid that comes out of the vagina. The uterus, cervix or vagina can produce the fluid. A foul-smelling, yellow or green discharge is abnormal and should be evaluated by a health ...
premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
Health care; Sexual health
A combination of emotional and physical symptoms that appear a few days before and during menstruation, including depression, fatigue, feeling bloated, and irritability.
polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
Health care; Sexual health
A common disorder in women caused by a hormonal imbalance. Symptoms of PCOS include irregular or no periods, acne, obesity and excess hair growth. This disorder often prevents ovulation (the ...