Sexual health

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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hypothalamus

Health care; Sexual health

A small area in the brain that controls sexual response and other basic functions.

clitoral hood

Health care; Sexual health

A small flap of skin formed by the inner labia that covers and protects the clitoris.

intrauterine system (IUS)

Health care; Sexual health

A small intrauterine device made of plastic, which contains the hormone progestin, that is inserted into the uterus by a health care provider to prevent pregnancy. A reversible method of birth ...

curette

Health care; Sexual health

A small metal loop used to scrape tissue. Used in dilation and curettage.

ovary

Health care; Sexual health

A small organ in the pelvis that makes female hormones and holds egg cells which, when fertilized, can develop into a baby. There are two ovaries: one located on the left side of the uterus (the ...

lymphocele

Health care; Sexual health

A small swelling caused by the collection of lymphatic fluid. May occur on the penis.

sexual mores

Health care; Sexual health

A society’s attitudes, customs, and expectations regarding sex and sexuality. For example, one of the sexual mores in the U. S. is that boys are allowed more sexual freedom than girls.