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Sexual Health
Function, desire, contraception, testing and prevention — explained in plain clinical language, reviewed by practitioners, and written for adults who want facts rather than folklore.
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Low libido: the causes worth ruling out first
Sleep debt, chronic stress, common medications, thyroid problems and low testosterone or oestrogen account for the majority of cases. Each has a straightforward way of being checked.
STI testing: what to ask for, and how often
What a standard screen actually covers, which tests you have to request by name, and why window periods matter when you book.
Contraception options, compared honestly
Typical-use effectiveness, side effect profiles, reversibility and cost — laid out side by side instead of buried in leaflets.
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Desire & arousal
Libido changes, mismatched drives, arousal difficulties and the physical causes behind them.
Sexual function
Erectile difficulties, pain during sex, orgasm problems and when each warrants a clinical review.
Contraception
Hormonal and non-hormonal methods, emergency contraception and long-acting options.
STIs & prevention
Transmission, symptoms, testing windows, treatment and prevention including barrier methods.
Fertility & conception
How conception works, what affects it, and when to seek a fertility assessment.
Anatomy & the basics
Accurate anatomy, what is normal variation, and myths worth discarding.
Common questions
How often should I get tested for STIs?
For most sexually active adults, at least once a year, and sooner after a new partner, after unprotected sex, or if symptoms appear. People with multiple partners are usually advised to test more frequently. Your local sexual health service can advise on the right interval for your situation.
Is a lower sex drive always a medical problem?
No. Desire naturally fluctuates with stress, sleep, life stage, relationship context and age. It is worth a clinical review when the change is sudden, persistent, distressing, or accompanied by other symptoms such as fatigue, mood change or pain.
Does pain during sex mean something is wrong?
Pain is a signal worth investigating rather than tolerating. Causes range from infection, dryness and hormonal change to pelvic floor tension and endometriosis. Most causes are treatable once identified, so it is worth raising with a doctor.
Do I need a clinic, or can I test at home?
Home testing kits are accurate for several common infections and are a reasonable first step. A clinic is better when you have symptoms, need treatment on the day, or want a full screen with an examination.