Sexual Health for Women

Follow the links below to find information on women's sexual health.

Reviewed January 2012

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Female Infertility

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Links to information on the causes, diagnosis and treatment of female infertility.

Menstruation

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Links to information on menstruation (or periods) and menstruation disorders.

Menopause

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Links to information on maintaining health and health issues related to menopause, including the use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT).

Sexual Problems in Women

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Links to information on sexual problems experienced by women.

Sexuality

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Links to information on sexuality and sexual behaviour.

Systematic Reviews on Sexual Health for Women

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Links to systematic reviews of the evidence about sexual health issues for women.

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Title:   Figuring out sex and gender
Publisher:   Inspire Foundation
Description:   Our sex and our gender are not always as simple as being male or female. Find out more about sex and gender, and the different ways that people identify and express their gender.
Date:   Feb 2012
Title:   People you can talk to
Publisher:   Inspire Foundation
Description:   You don't have to figure out your gender, sexuality, or how to deal with rough situations on your own. There's always someone you can chat to.
Date:   Feb 2012
Title:   Understanding sexuality and gender
Publisher:   Inspire Foundation
Description:   Our sexuality, sex and gender are as diverse as all the people in the world. Learn more about sexuality and gender.
Date:   Feb 2012
Title:   Being attracted to someone of the same sex
Publisher:   Inspire Foundation
Description:   Being attracted to people of the same sex is a completely normal part of human sexuality. Find out more about what it means to be same-sex attracted.
Date:   Feb 2012
Title:   Trichomoniasis
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   It has been estimated that as many as one in five sexually active women will get trichomoniasis in her lifetime.
Date:   Jan 2012
Title:   Genital blisters, lumps and open sores
Publisher:   Queensland Health
Description:   Trauma is possibly the most common cause of genital sores or rashes. Blisters, lumps and open sores may be due to sexually transmitted infections. Other causes include cysts of the skin, reactions to medications, or non-infectious skin diseases.
Date:   Oct 2011
Title:   Sex and HIV positive women
Publisher:   Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations (AFAO)
Description:   Information about sex for women who are HIV positive.
Date:   Sep 2011
Title:   Libido - medical issues
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Libido, which means sex drive or the desire for sex, can be affected by some medical conditions and medications. Treatment for a lessened libido or sex drive can include treating the underlying medical condition with medications such as antidepressants and/or counselling.
Date:   Aug 2011
Title:   Contraception - female sterilisation
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Female sterilisation is also called tubal ligation (tying) or 'getting your tubes tied'. Tubal occlusion, which is the surgical blocking of the fallopian tubes, is the most common method. Female sterilisation is a permanent form of contraception. It doesn't affect menstruation (periods), menopause, sexual desire or pleasure. Pregnancy and ectopic pregnancy are a possible, but low, risk.
Date:   Aug 2011
Title:   DES daughters - possible problems
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Diethylstilboestrol, or DES, was prescribed in Australia as an anti-miscarriage drug between 1946 and 1971. Anyone who was exposed to DES needs special medical care because this drug can cause reproductive changes and diseases in both the mothers and their children.
Date:   Jul 2011
Title:   DES daughters - gynaecological changes
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Women who were exposed to the drug diethylstilboestrol (DES) while in the womb can experience changes to their reproductive organs including the vagina and cervix. Changes may include vaginal adenosis, altered shape of the cervix or uterus and an increased risk of breast cancer.
Date:   Jul 2011
Title:   Hormones
Publisher:   The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
Description:   The sex hormone oestrogen plays a vital role in the development of the female skeleton. Testosterone (male hormone) also assists with the development of the female skeleton.
Date:   Jul 2011
Title:   Phytoestrogens
Publisher:   The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
Description:   The ideal diet is high in fibre, vegetables, fish protein, unprocessed cereals and grains, and mono-unsaturated fat, not saturated (animal) fat.
Date:   Jun 2011
Title:   Masturbation
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Masturbation means touching and rubbing your penis or clitoris and breasts for sexual pleasure. It's a normal and healthy way for people to explore their own bodies. How often a person masturbates isn't a problem, unless it's linked to an obsessive compulsive disorder where the same activity must be repeated over and over.
Date:   May 2011
Title:   Androgen deficiency in women
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Androgen deficiency in women and its treatment are controversial and more research is needed. Androgens are hormones that contribute to growth and reproduction in both men and women. Some researchers believe androgen deficiency in women can cause symptoms including lethargy and loss of sexual interest.
Date:   May 2011
Title:   Diethylstilboestrol (DES)
Publisher:   Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
Description:   Links to TGA alerts about Diethylstilboestrol (DES)
Date:   May 2011
Title:   Premenstrual syndrome - treatment options
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) can be successfully managed with lifestyle changes, dietary modifications, complementary therapies and prescription medications. Lifestyle changes to manage PMS include regular exercise, not smoking, cutting back on alcohol and caffeine and getting more sleep. Nutritional supplements may help some PMS symptoms, but check with your doctor first.
Date:   May 2010
Title:   Libido
Publisher:   The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
Description:   Libido is about your sexual interest and desire. Loss of libido is about reduced desire and sexual experiences that are no longer satisfying or pleasurable. Loss of libido is something that can affect women who are pre or post menopausal.
Date:   Feb 2011
Title:   HIV and women - safe sex
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Safe sex is important to protect women from a range of sexually transmissible infections (STIs), including the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). In relationships where one partner is HIV positive and the other is not, safe sex is still possible. Talk with your doctor, health worker or AIDS organisation about how you can practice safer sex.
Date:   Apr 2012
Title:   Sexuality following breast cancer treatment
Publisher:   Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:   Sexuality following breast cancer treatment: Breast cancer treatment, including surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy, can have lasting physical and emotional effects on a woman and her family. The issue of sexuality following breast cancer treatment is often neglected, but can have a significant impact on a woman's quality of life.
Date:   Sep 2010

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