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Having the human papillomavirus when you have a partner can raise many doubts and concerns. Having the human papillomavirus when you have a partner can raise many doubts and concerns. If you are a carrier of HPV, we will explain if it is possible to infect your partner. If you have had sexual relations without the use of any barrier contraceptive such as a condom before being diagnosed, it is most likely that you have infected him or her. It is not necessary to present genital warts or any other symptoms. The incubation period of the virus is 2 to 3 months after sexual contact with the infected person. In some cases, it will be up to 20 months. It is not possible to know how long ago the infection occurred and whether it was your current partner who gave it to you. How to avoid spreading HPV to your partner When diagnosed with human papillomavirus, the fundamental thing is to go with your partner to the doctor's office to do the respective tests and thus determine if there is alrea...

 The unconditional support of parents is very important during the stage of adolescence The unconditional support of parents during the stage of adolescence is very important and, in addition, they are able to talk to their children about any topic that raises doubts, especially about sexuality and contraceptives. Sexuality in Adolescence: In adolescence, sexual behavior, feelings, fantasies, and emotions awaken, and sexual orientation begins to develop. A stage of self-exploration occurs, which causes them to experiment with their body, having a greater sexual desire, so they begin to seek contact with the other sex, resulting in the first sexual relations. Adolescence and sexual development are stages of many changes, where sexual impulses sometimes govern the behavior of adolescents and can lead them to make hasty decisions regarding their sexuality. Why is it important to talk to teenagers about contraceptives? The lack of awareness has brought with it an indiscriminate increa...

 The frigidity: The term frigidity was used indiscriminately as a disabling diagnosis in women who did not feel pleasure in their sexual relations. Thus provoking a harmful idea: “Something bad happened to women” if they “couldn't” enjoy vaginal orgasm or intercourse. Etymology: The word frigidity, which is preferably applied to coldness and sexual enjoyment, is a derivative with a quality suffix –ez (from the Latin ities/icies) from the cultured adjective frígido/a, which comes from the Latin rigidus ( cold).   It is an archaic term that was used derogatorily during the first half of the 20th century. Nowadays, we try to use terms that do not damage self-esteem so much. Such as lack of sexual desire or apathy and even anaphrodisiac. In my experience as a professional, I have dismantled it on several occasions in consultation. And I have been alarmed when I have heard it again in any of the current social and professional contexts. The frigid woman The concept of frigidi...

 Alright, let's pull back the curtains and talk about something that might raise a few eyebrows and reddened cheeks—sexual health. Yes, you heard it right! From bedroom blues to bedroom booms, let's dive into how sexologists play a crucial role in turning things around. Figuring Out What's Up: Getting Real About Sexual Health Picture this: you and your partner are geared up for some quality time, but something's not quite clicking. That's when sexologists come in handy! These experts are like your go-to pals for bedroom stuff. Whether it's trouble in the mood department or other worries, they're here to lend a helping hand. What's Behind It: Causes and Sneaky Symptoms So, why does this happen? Sometimes, health issues like diabetes or shifts in hormones might be messing with things. Stress, relationship dynamics, and just the passage of time(aging) can also throw a spanner in the works. But don't worry because there's light at the end of ...