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Sexual Terms and Health Terms.These definitions will give you a better understanding of sexual terms and health terms. Abortion (ə-bôr'shən): the termination of a pregnancy by removal or expulsion of an embryo or fetus from the uterus. This can occur either by being artificially induced by chemical, surgical or other means or occur spontaneously as a miscarriage. These medical terms are used to categorize abortion:
Abstinence (āb'stə-nəns): the act or practice of refraining from indulging an appetite or desire, especially for alcoholic drink or sexual intercourse. Activating effects of hormones: effects of sex hormones in adulthood, resulting in the activation of behaviors, especially sexual behaviors and aggressive behaviors. Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (Aids): a disease caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). The disease involves weakening of the immune system until it is unable to fight infections. Anal Beads: a string of small balls on a string. Designed to be inserted into the anus and pulled out to create sexual stimulation. Anal intercourse/Anal Sex: sexual intercourse were the penis is inserted into another's anus. Analingus: anal-oral contact which is also referred to as anal-oral sex, rimming, a rimjob, tossing the salad, or anilingus (which comes from "anus" and "lingua", commonly misspelled as "analingus", compare to cunnilingus), a sexual act involving contact of the anus or perineum of one person and the mouth of another. Stimulation of the anus with mouth and tongue. Anaphrodisiac: a substance that decreases sexual desire. Something that suppress the libido. It is the opposite of an aphrodisiac, something that enhances sexual appetite. The word anaphrodisiac comes from the Greek prefix αν-, denoting negation, and the Greek goddess of love, Aphrodite. Side effects of certain medications may be anaphroditic in nature (e.g. SSRIs and certain antipsychotics), however, there are no substances that have safe anaphroditic effects without major side effects. Herbal anaphrodisiacs have been employed by various religious sects and orders throughout history. Most commonly, Chaste Tree (Vitex agnus-castus) has been used to normalize hormones in both men and women. An over-active libido is very often treated herbally by addressing poor adrenal function. Rumours that the British Army put the 19th century anticonvulsant and sedative potassium bromide in soldiers' tea during World War II to damp soldiers' lust appears to be an urban myth. Given the long half-life of the drug in the body, a mildly sedated army would be unlikely to be an effective fighting force. A similar belief appears to exist in the United States about saltpeter in army coffee or in Russia about potassium bromide in army food. Androgyne (an·drog·y·nous): having both female and male characteristics; hermaphroditic. Being neither distinguishably masculine nor feminine, as in dress, appearance, or behavior. Ankylose also Anchylose (an·ky·lose also an·chy·lose): stiffened or bound by adhesions. To become joined or consolidated by ankylosis back to coccyx Anorgasmy (an·or·gas·my or an·or·gas·mi·a): inability, usually psychic, to reach a climax during coitus. Failure to experience an orgasm. Antibiotics: medicines that kill infection-causing germs Anus: the opening of the rectum to the outside of the body. Aphrodisiac (aph·ro·di·si·ac): an aphrodisiac is something that increases sexual desire. The name comes from the Greek goddess of Sensuality Aphrodite. Many foods, drinks, and behaviors have had a reputation for making sex more attainable and/or pleasurable. However, from a historical and scientific standpoint, the desired results may be because their users have chosen to believe they will be effective (the placebo effect). back to anaphrodisiac Medical science has not substantiated claims that any particular food increases sexual desire or performance. Some aphrodisiacs appear to gain their reputation from the principles of sympathetic magic, e.g. oysters, due to their shape. This explains the trade in the phallic-looking horn of the rhinoceros, which is endangering this animal. Other animal-based aphrodisiacs gain their reputation from the apparent virility or aggressiveness of the animal — such as the tigers penis — also endangering the species. Arousal: sexual excitement and stimulation. Arousal Phase (foreplay): the response of the sexual organs to physical contact, visual or imagined foreplay, or a combination of the two.
B&D: an acronym for bondage and discipline - a sexual activity that involves a person being bound while another disciplines them, such as spanking,whipping and sometimes very calm verbal abuse. Bestiality: sexual contact with animals; also known as zoophilia. Bisexuality: a sexual orientation in which one feels attracted to both males and females. Blow job: common slang sexual term for fellatio. Sucking of the penis. Activity between the mouth of one person and the penis of another. Butt Plug: a dildo specially designed for insertion into the anus. Usually has a flared base to prevent it from going in too far. Chlamydia (chla·myd·i·a): any of several common, often asymptomatic, sexually transmitted diseases caused by the microorganism Chlamydia trachomatis. In women, chlamydia is a common cause of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), which is an infection of the female reproductive organs, usually resulting from infection with the bacteria that cause chlamydia or gonorrhea, which can result in infertility and an increased risk of tubal pregnancy. Although men are the primary carriers, painful urination and discharge often send them straight to the doctor for prompt treatment before the testes can be infected and male infertility can result. Chlamydial infections can be treated with antibiotics such as tetracycline. For more in depth information on Chlamydial, stop by this page. back to PID Clap: a slang sexual term for gonorrhea. Climacteric: in Ancient Greek philosophy and astrology, the climacterics (Latin, annus climactericus, from Greek κλῖμακτηρικός) were certain critical years in a person's life, marked a turning points. In modern use, it is a common term used to describe menopause and andropause. A period of life characterized by physiological and psychic change that marks the end of the reproductive capacity of women and terminates with the completion of menopause. A corresponding period sometimes occurring in men that may be marked by a reduction in sexual activity, although fertility is retained. An older term for menopause in women. The corresponding time in the life of men. Clitoral orgasm: Freud's sexual term for orgasm in the female resulting from stimulation of the clitoris. Clitoris (klitoris): a woman's sexual stimulation structure - the clitoris may enlarge and becomes more sensitive during the arousal phase. When maximally enlarged, continuous stimulation allows orgasm to occur. Clit is the slang expression for the clitoris. The Clitoris is the small, hooded organ (the clitoral glans) at the top of the cleft of the female vulva, which is the counterpart of the penis in the male [from Greek, kleitoris, clitoris]. Usually only the glans of the clitoris is externally visible. In the human female the body of the clitoris extends internally on either side of the vulva and vestibule. The clitoris is about 80 percent the size of the male penis. Just in case you were interested: the rat, mouse, and hamster, clitoris is not hooded, but its covering is fused as in the male's penis to form a urinary tube. Clitoral Hood: the inverted V-shaped fusion of the labia minora overlying the dorsal (top) aspect of the clitoris. As the clitoris enlarges and becomes more erect during the arousal phase, the clitoral hood is elevated and this places the labia minora on a tension. Cock: slang sexual term for penis. Coccyx: a small triangular bone at the base of the spinal column in humans and tailless apes, consisting of our ankylosed rudimentary vertebrae. Also called tailbone. back to perineum Coitus or Coition: the sexual act, specifically the taking of the penis into the vagina, or the penetrating of the vagina with the penis; but more generally the complete interaction between two sexual partners. back to anorgasmy Condom: a sheath that is placed over the erect penis to protect against pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases Continence (con·ti·nence): refers to abstention from sexual activity: the nun took a vow of continence. Contraception (con·tra·cep·tion): the prevention of conception by the use of birth control devices or agents. Crabs: slang sexual term for Pediculosis which means infested with lice. Cross-Dressing: wearing the clothing of the opposite sex. Cum: slang sexual term for semen which is the alkaline fluid expelled from the penis during ejaculation, containing fluids combined from several glands as well as sperm. Cunnilingus (cun·ni·lin·gus): is a form of oral sex where the mouth comes in contact with the vagina. The term cunnilingus comes from an alternative Latin word for vulva (external female genitals), cunnus, and the Latin word for licking, lingere. In cunnilingus, the labia, the clitoris and/or the vaginal area are licked, circled with the tongue, kissed or very gently sucked. The feeling of the mouth and tongue on the genitals can be very pleasurable for many women and the person doing the cunnilingus. Cunnilingus can be a part of couples' foreplay, meant to heighten sexual arousal not only in the person receiving but often in the person giving. It can also be the sole activity, enjoyed by both the giver and receiver. Some women also experience orgasm by means of cunnilingus. Though cunnilingus is common among heterosexual and homosexual couples, not everyone engages in it. Some people, men and women, simply do not feel comfortable with it. Some people believe that, cunnilingus in unhygienic, or that it and any oral sex is taboo, or that cunnilingus is not a true expression of femininity or masculinity. back to analingus Cunt: slang sexual term for vagina. Diaphragm (di·a·phragm): a saucer-shaped rubber contraceptive device that is filled with spermicide and inserted into the back of the vagina to block the cervical opening. Dick: slang sexual term for penis. Dildo: a device used for sexual stimulation by insertion into the vagina or anus that is usually in the overall shape of a phallus. Dyke: once used to indicate a butch (masculine role) lesbian, but now referring to any lesbian. Eating Out: slang sexual term for cunnilingus. Ejaculate (e·jac·u·late): to have an orgasm with expulsion of seminal fluid from the penis. Also used as an alternative term for the fluid itself (semen). Erectile Dysfunction: he inability to achieve penile erection or to maintain an erection until ejaculation. Also called impotence. Erection (e·rec·tion): the enlargement and hardening of the penis due to vasocongestion that occurs during sexual arousal in the male. Erogenous Zone: erogenous zones are parts of the body that, when stimulated, cause sexual arousal. Precisely which body parts are sources of sexual arousal depends on the individual. The genitals are the most obvious erogenous zones, but many parts of the body not involved in reproduction are sensitive to sexual touch. The largest sensory organ for both men and women is the skin itself, especially the inner thigh area, the neck, the breasts and nipples, and the perineum, which is the area between the scrotum and the anus in males, and between the posterior vulva junction and the anus in females. Other erogenous zones include the eyelids, the ears, the shoulders, back of the legs in some people and the palms of the hands and finger tips. Many people also find that having their feet stroked is arousing. Stroking, caressing and massaging of erogenous zones can be a very titillating form of sensual pleasure, or they can be invitations to further sexual activity. The mouth, including the lips and tongue, for most people, is an area of high erotic potential. Kissing is one act that uses the sensitivity of this region in a sexually stimulating way. The anus, rectum and buttocks are also potentially erogenous zones. The anus is highly sensitive to touching or insertion of a finger, penis or anal sex toy. The spanking, rubbing and stroking of the buttocks can be very arousing to both the giver and the receiver. Exploring yourself and your partner is the best way of discovering which body parts are sexually responsive and the types of stimulation that feels good to both you and your partner. Varying the pressure of touching and stroking the body from head to toe with different materials, such as a silk scarf, a soft brush, feather or even and ice cube on a very warm day can help identify many undiscovered erogenous zones. Estrus (es·trus also oes·trus): the periodic state of sexual excitement in the female of most mammals, excluding humans, that follows ovulation and during which the female is most receptive to mating. Also known as 'in heat'. Excitement: the first stage of sexual response, during which erection in the male and vaginal lubrication in the female occurs. Excitation Phase (plateau): in males, the excitation phase is a combination of the arousal phase and excitation phase and directly leads to orgasm. Excitation Phase (plateau): in females, the excitation phase is very prolonged, and multiple orgasms are possible without returning to the flaccid (unaroused) state as in the male. This is called a woman's excitation plateau. Fag: slang term for a male homosexual. Men who are attracted to men. They may or may not act on their attractions. Fellatio (fel·la·ti·o): oral stimulation of the male genitals. back to bj Fingering: slang sexual term for stimulation of a woman's genitals with the fingers. Fisting: slang sexual term for a sexual variation in which an individual inserts his or her entire hand into their partner's vagina or anus. Fuck: slang sexual term for intercourse. Used in many contexts with many alternative meanings. Gonorrhea: a highly contagious sexually transmitted disease caused by gonococcal bacteria that affects the mucous membrane chiefly of the genital and urinary tracts and is characterized by an acute purulent(resembling, consisting of, or containing pus) discharge and painful or difficult urination. Symptoms are different in men and women. In men, gonorrhea usually begins as an infection of the vessel that carries urine and sperm (urethra). In women, it will most likely infect the narrow part of the uterus (cervix) and can go unnoticed. If untreated, gonorrhea can result in serious medical complications. back to clap Gräfenberg spot (GRAY-fen-berg) or G-spot: a hypothesized small region on the front wall of the vagina, emptying into the urethra, and responsible for female ejaculation. G-spot: abbreviation for Grafenberg spot. The G-spot is a sexually sensitive area on the upper wall of the vagina approximately two inches from the opening. Golden Showers: slang sexual expression for a sexual variation involving urinating on a partner. Hand Job: slang sexual term for manual stimulation of the genitals by a partner. Hard On: slang sexual term for an erection. Harry Benjamin's Syndrome: a biological condition in which a person's brain develops as one sex, but the rest of the body takes on the physical attributes of the other sex. This appears to be caused by an interruption to the sexual differentiation processes which normally happen in early pregnancy. This syndrome has been classified as Transsexualism or Gender Identity Disorder. Hebephilia or Ephebophilia: a condition in which an adult, usually male, is sexually attracted to post-pubertal adolescents (14 to 17). They may or may not act on their feelings. Hermaphrodite (her·maph·ro·dite): a person who possesses both male and female primary sexual characteristics. sometimes with genital and /or reproductive body parts of both sexes. Heterosexism (het·er·o·sex·ism ): rejecting homosexuality and bisexuality as a: Heterosexual:
Homophobia (ho·mo·pho·bi·a): a sexual term with several different definitions. A few of its meanings are:
Homosexual:
Hypothalamus (hy·po·thal·a·mus): although small, this is one of the most important parts of the grey matter of the brain, for it participates in a number of vital activities. It regulates a variety of hormonal functions by action on the pituitary gland, and it exerts magisterial control over the blood vessels and glands of the body via the autonomic nervous system. It is an integral part of the limbic system, which influences important aspects of our behaviour and even our very survival, regulating such functions as emotion, sexual and nutritional appetites, rhythms, and sleep cycles. Some cells of the hypothalamus detect changes in body temperature and chemistry, and participate directly in the control of our temperature and chemical balance.back to pituitary gland Hysterotomy (hys·ter·ot·o·my): surgical incision of the uterus, as in a cesarean section. Also called uterotomy. Implantation (im·plan·ta·tion): the embedding of the zygote in the inside wall of the uterus. The process by which a fertilized egg implants in the uterine lining.
Impotence: sexual term for erectile dysfunction or the inability to have an erection. back to erectile dysfunction above. Incest: sexual behavior between two persons who are closely related genetically -- typically parent-child or brother-sister. Infanticide (in·fan·ti·cide):
Intercourse: sexual activity in which the penis is inserted into an orifice such as the vagina or anus; the term is often modified accordingly (e.g. anal intercourse). Intersexuals: an individual who was born with anatomy or physiology which differ from cultural ideals of male and female." The newborn may have an enlarged or protruding clitoris, or a "micro-penis". In about 90% of cases, intersex infants undergo genital surgery to make them appear as a "normal" female. There is growing opposition to such surgery. As adults, they often "manifest physical characteristics, expression or identity" that differs from the sex that was assigned to them at birth. Jerk-off: slang sexual term for male masturbation. Labia Minora (labia mi·no·ra): the inner "lips" of the vulvae (external female genitalia) that laterally outline the vaginal entrance on either side and physically connect the vaginal entrance (introitus) to the clitoris via the clitoral hood. Penile penetration of the introitus (entrance to the vagina) causes movement and stretching of the labia minora that pulls down on the clitoral hood to stimulate the clitoris. Lesbian (Les·bi·an): general definition: A female who is sexually attracted only to other women. She may or may not act on their attraction. A woman who engages in sexual activity with other women. A female homosexual. Lesbo: slang sexual term for a lesbian. Lubrication (lubri·cation): an important aspect of the arousal phase of sexual stimulation is the production of a lubricating fluid by the vaginal mucosa (lining). The amount of lubrication produced and the speed of production of the lubrication decreases with age and with a lower amount of estrogen in the cells of the body. Also an artificial product used to enhance sexual pleasure. Limbic system: a set of structures in the interior of the brain, including the amygdala, hippocampus, and fornix; believed to be important for sexual behavior in both animals and humans. Libido (li·bi·do): sexual term used by Freud to refer to sexual energy; the driving force in humans according to him. An individual's interest in having a sexual experience. There are many different things that contribute to or reduce the immediacy or intensity of interest. Sexual desire. Masturbation (mas·tur·ba·tion): self-stimulation of the genitals for sexual pleasure ususlly leading to orgasm. Mutual masturbation involves two or more persons stimulating each other. Menage a trois/Threesome: a sexual relationship between three people. Menarche (me·nar·che ): the first menstrual period. Usually occurring during puberty. Menopause (men·o·pause): a physical state caused by the lack of estrogen. When the ovary is depleted of ova, the ovary produces no estrogen. The blood level of estrogen is high in a twenty-year-old woman, but it decreases with birth control pills, progestin injections and implants, and gradually decreases through the thirties to menopause. The normal average for menopause is 50. Interest in having sexual experiences (libido) is usually greatly diminished or absent in menopause, but can be replaced with estrogen replacement therapy (ERT). (Testosterone, in small amounts, has also been reported to increase and enhance libido in women.) The ending of the menstruation cycle at the end of a woman's reproductive capacity usually during late middle age. Menstration: the monthly process during which the uterus is readied for implantation of a fertilized ovum. If fertilization does not occur the uterine lining is then shed in response to stimulation from estrogen and progesterone. back to premenstrual syndrome Menstrual Cycle: the period of time measured from the beginning of menstruation (a period), through the series of regularly occurring changes in the ovaries and uterus, until the beginning of the next menstrual period. Menstrual Synchrony: the convergence, over several months, of the dates of onset of menstrual periods among women who are in close contact with each other. Metrosexual: an urban male with a heterosexual orientation who rejects many macho attributes often linked to masculinity. He adopts many traits often associated with heterosexual females and gay males -- e.g. expensive hair care, stylish clothes. Miscarriage: a spontaneous abortion; a pregnancy that terminates on its own prior to birth. An event in which an embryo, or a fetus before the 25th week of gestation, dies from natural causes and is expelled from the woman's body. Monogamy (mo·nog·a·my): an exclusive sexual relationship between two persons. Monosexual: a person who is sexually attracted to persons of only one sex. They may have a heterosexual or a homosexual orientation. Morning-after pill: synonym for emergency contraception that is used up to 72 hours after unprotected sexual intercourse to prevent pregnancy. Multiple orgasm: a series of orgasms occurring within a short period of time. Myotonia (my-oh-TONE-ee-ah): muscle contraction. Nocturnal Emission: the passing of semen from the urethra during sleep; a wet dream. Nonoxynol-9 (non·ox·y·nol-9): the sperm-killing chemical in many spermicides widely used in contraceptive creams, foams, and lubricants. Open marriage: a committed relationship of two persons in which both are free to engage in outside sexual relationships. Oral Sex: the use of the mouth and/or tongue to stimulate another person's genitals. Means both mouth contact with the vagina, which is called cunnilingus, and mouth contact with the penis, which is called fellatio. Organizing effects of hormones: effects of sex hormones early in development, resulting in a permanent change in the brain or reproductive system. Orgasm (or·gasm): a combination of phenomenally intense feelings of pleasure with contractions of muscles in the area of the genitals. Many women can have a series of orgasms, one following shortly after another. Most men have only a single orgasm, accompanied by an ejaculation. Some men can experience multiple orgasms within a short interval, in which ejaculation occurs during the last orgasm. The third stage of sexual response; an intense sensation that occurs at the peak of sexual arousal and is followed by release of sexual tensions. An intense sensation that occurs at the climax of sexual excitement that is accompanied by rhythmic muscle contractions and intense pleasure, followed by release of sexual tensions. In men, orgasm is usually accompanied by ejaculation. back to anorgasmy Orgasm (climax): the ultimate pleasurable experience where the pelvic muscles contract and relax in waves or spasms that last 30-40 seconds. This occurs with continuous stimulation of a woman's clitoris once the excitation plateau is achieved. A woman may have multiple repetitive orgasms in rapid-fire sequence with continuous stimulation of the aroused clitoris. The male orgasm also consists of waves of pelvic muscle contractions that cause the expulsion (ejaculation) of seminal and prostatic fluid from the relative glands. After orgasm, the male penis becomes hypersensitive and oftentimes returns to the non-aroused state. Usually there is only one orgasm per excitation phase for the male. Orgasmic platform: a tightening of the entrance to the vagina caused by contractions of the bulbospongiosus muscle (which covers the vestibular bulbs) that occur during the plateau stage of sexual response. Orgasmic Dysfunction: failure to achieve orgasm through physical stimulation. Orgy: a large, and often lavish, gathering of people for the purpose of having group sex. Sexual activity involving a group of more than two persons together. Ovary: reproductive organ that produces ova and, in vertebrates, estrogen and progesterone. Ovaries: the two small organs in the female that produce eggs and hormones; located above and to the sides of the uterus. Ovulation (′äv·yə′lā·shən): discharge of an ovum or ovule from the ovary. Ovum: the female reproductive cell. Plural form: ova. A female sex cell or egg. Paraphilia (par·a·phil·i·a): a term which includes many conditions in which an adult's sexual arousing fantasies involve non-human objects, the infliction of pain, non-adults, or other non-consenting persons. Some examples are:
It is derived from two Greek words: 'para' means 'beyond' and 'philia' means 'love for.' They may or may not act on their attraction. Some religious and social conservatives link the 25 or so recognized paraphilias with the three generally accepted sexual orientations (homosexuality, bisexuality and heterosexuality) and transgenderism to produce 30 classifications that they define as sexual orientations. There is a near consensus among people who are not religious and social conservatives that there are only the three sexual orientations. Pedophile (ped·o·phile):
Pedophilia (ped·o·phil·i·a): alternative term for ephebophilia. Both words are derived from the Greek words ''phepius" means "youth;" and "philia" means "love for." Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID): infection of the female reproductive organs, usually resulting from infection with the bacteria that cause chlamydia (kləmĭd`ēə)or gonorrhea (gŏnərē`ə). The infection usually affects the cervical area first, then spreads to the uterus, fallopian tubes, ovaries, and abdomen. Although symptoms may be slight or not noticed, there is usually pelvic pain and vaginal discharge. PID can cause abscesses and scarring in the fallopian tubes which can block fertilization or interrupt the egg's progress, resulting in ectopic (tubal) pregnancy and loss of the fetus. Over 1 million women are diagnosed with PID each year in the United States; with about 100,000 of them becoming infertile. back to chlamydia back to personal lubes Penis: the male reproductive organ involved in sexual intercourse and elimination of urine. Penis Pump: a vacuum erection device. After inserting the penis, a suction is applied, drawing the blood into the penis, creating an erection (often of a more engorged size than usual). Perineum (per·i·ne·um): this area is known as all of the following:
Pheromones (FARE-oh-mones): biochemicals secreted outside the body that are important in communication between animals and that may serve as sex attractants. A sexually arousing chemical substance that is secreted into the air by many kinds of animals, including, possibly, humans. Pituitary Gland: an endocrine gland attached to the base of the brain and is the gland that is stimulated by the hypothalamus and controls all hormonal functions. Placenta (pla·cen·ta): the spongy structure that develops in the uterus during pregnancy, through which the fetus derives nourishment. Plateau: the second stage of sexual response, just before orgasm. Plural marriage: synonym for polygyny. One husband shares many wives; each wife normally has a separate living space. Polyamory: Greek for "many loves." The state of loving multiple people at the same time. This tends to be vary exhausting! Polyandry (pol·y·an·dry ): the extremely rare practice in which a woman is married to more than one husband. Polyfidelity: a committed relationships involving more than two persons in which all sexual activity is confined to the group. Polygamy (po·lyg·a·my): a term meaning both polyandry and polygyny. Polygyny (po·lyg·y·ny): the practice whereby a man has more than one wife. This was seen in many places in the Bible. It is still practiced in predominately Muslim countries where a man can have more then one wife -- but only if he can care for them and treat them equally. This is seen in many Western U.S. states among some fundamentalist Mormon denominations. It is legal -- sort of -- in British Columbia, Canada. Polymarriage: a committed relationship involving more than two persons. It often involves a commitment ritual. Synonym: Group marriage. Pornography (por·nog·ra·phy): sexually oriented material that is not considered acceptable to some people however is acceptable and often very erotica to others. Pre-embryo: the products of conception shortly after time of fertilization when its cells are undifferentiated. Pregnancy: the condition of carrying a developing embryo in the uterus. Premature Ejaculation: a sexual dysfunction characterized by the inability to control or delay ejaculation as long as desired. A condition in which the man becomes so sexually excited that most of the time he ejaculates prior to penetrating the woman's vagina. Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS): a combination of physical and psychological symptoms (such as depression and irritability) that occurs in some women just prior to menstruation. Symptoms such as tension, anxiety, breast tenderness, and bloating, which begin several days prior to the onset of menstruation, and subside when menstruation begins. Progesterone (pro·ges·ter·one ): a hormone that is involved with the menstrual cycle and pregnancy. Prostaglandins (pros·ta·glan·din): a group of chemicals produced in the uterus, which tend to stimulate contractions and may cause cramps. Prostate Gland: a muscular gland encircling the urethra in the male that produces much of the seminal fluid. A gland near the male bladder and urethra, which secretes a thin fluid that is part of semen. Puberty: the stage of human development when the body becomes capable of reproduction. Hair develops on the face and lower abdomen and genital area (pubic hair). The period of life during which an individual becomes capable of reproduction. Pubic hair: hair over the pubic bone, which appears at the onset of sexual maturity. Pussy: slang sexual term for vagina. Queer: this most often refers to something that is strange or odd. It is also often used in reference to gay, bisexual, transgender, transsexual, intersex, and asexual communities. It is also used as a synonym for GLBT (Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender people) and LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender people). Antonym: heteronormative. Rape: a criminal act involving sexual activity without the informed consent of the other person. This may occur through force, coercion, or because the other person in not fully capable of granting consent, or is underage. Refractory period (ree-FRAK-toh-ree): the period following orgasm during which the male cannot be sexually aroused. Reproduction: the process of conceiving and bearing children. Resolution: the fourth stage of sexual response, in which the body returns to the unaroused state. Retrograde ejaculation: a condition in which orgasm in the male is not accompanied by an external ejaculation; instead, the ejaculate goes into the urinary bladder. RU-486: a commonly used abortifacient medication. Rubber: slang sexual term for vagina.
Sadism (sa·dism): a sexual variation in which the person derives sexual pleasure from inflicting pain on someone else. The deriving of pleasure, or the tendency to derive pleasure, from cruelty. Extreme cruelty. Scrotum (scro·tum): the pouch of skin behind the penis that holds the testes. Secretion (se·cre·tion): the process by which glands release certain materials into the bloodstream. Semen (se·men): a thick fluid, containing a mixture of glandular secretions and sperm cells, that is discharged from the penis during ejaculation. Seminal vesicle: one of two glands located behind the male bladder, which secrete a fluid that forms part of semen. Sexual addiction: a condition characterized by excessive preoccupation with sex that creates a compulsive search for a sexual stimulation, the compulsion to have sex no matter the cost or risk, and a feeling of utter hopelessness and an inability to control one's own compulsions. Sexual Dysfunction (dys·func·tion also dis·func·tion): a difficulty with sexual responding that causes a person subjective distress (e.g. anorgasmia). Sexual Enhancement: improvement or enrichment of sexual relationships among otherwise healthy, well-functioning individuals. Sexual Intercourse: the erect penis of the male entering the vagina of the female. Sperm: mature male sex cell. Spermicide: a substance that acts to kill or immobilize sperm; usually used as a contraceptive. Staphylococcus aureus bacteria (staph·y·lo·coc·cus): the type of germ believed to cause Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS). Syphilis: a sexually transmitted disease. Transsexual: a person who feels his/her gender or identity doesn't match their biological sex ("I am a woman in a man's body" or vice versa). Most live in the desired role. A pre-op or preoperative transsexual is a TS preparing to have genital conversion surgery. A post-op or postoperative TS has had the surgery. Not all transsexuals desire surgery. Many take hormones to make their bodies look more masculine or feminine. Transvestism (trans·ves·tite): one who occasionally dresses in the clothing of the opposite sex for sexual or emotional pleasure, or both. Can be male or female, hetero- or homosexual, bi- or solosexual, and may partially or wholly crossdress. Some have felt the word is a negative medical term; crossdresser and crossdressing are more commonly used today. Transvestism, tranny. Triphasic model: Kaplan's model of sexual response in which there are three phases: vasocongestion, muscular contractions, and sexual desire. Uterus: a hollow, thick-walled, muscular organ in the pelvic cavity of a woman; it is the site at which a fertilized egg implants and the fetus develops during pregnancy. Vaginal and Vulvar Atrophy: atrophy is a medical description that means "to wither and die." The tissues of the vagina and vulvae (outer female genital area including the clitoris, clitoral hood, and labia minora) are reliant upon estrogen to foster sensitivity and elasticity in these tissues. The total lack of estrogen (at menopause) or the decrease in the estrogen blood level determines the level of vaginal/vulvar atrophy. The need for estrogen by the female tissues of the external genitalia varies in women, especially those beyond the age of 35. Estrogen replacement therapy (ERT) can restore youthfulness to atrophic tissues. ERT may be either topical or systemic.
Vaginal orgasm: Freud's sexual term for orgasm in the female resulting from stimulation of the inside of the vagina, by the insertion of the penis or a strap on. Freud considered vaginal orgasm to be more mature than clitoral orgasm. Vagina: the tube-shaped muscular organ in the female into which the penis is inserted during intercourse and through which a baby passes during birth. Vasocongestion (vay-so-con-JES-tyun): an accumulation of blood in the blood vessels of a region of the body, especially the genitals; a swelling or erection results. Venereal Disease: a disease transmitted primarily by sexual contact. Vibrator: any device that uses batteries or AC current to create a vibration. Most often used by women to stimulate the clitoris. Zoophilia (zo·o·phil·i·a): affection or affinity for animals. Erotic attraction to or sexual contact with animals. Biology. A tendency to feed or grow on animal tissue. back to bestiality Zygote (zy·gote): the cell formed by the union of two gametes, especially a fertilized ovum before cleavage. back to implantation MALE HEALTH CARE SEXUAL TERMS: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): A non-malignant growth of the prostate which is more common in older men, characterized by difficulty with urinating or, slow to start, a weak stream, dribbling after urinating and nocturia (night-time urination). Caverject (Cav·er·ject): a medication used for injection into the penis to increase blood flow to the penis resulting in an erection. Ejaculation (e·jac·u·la·tion): process by which the ejaculate (made up of mature sperm, prostate fluid and seminal fluid), is directed out of the body via the urethra. Erectile Dysfunction (dys·func·tion also dis·func·tion): the inability to obtain and/or maintain an erection sufficient for sexual activity. Erectile tissue: two (2) rod shaped cylinders located in the shaft of the penis which fill with blood when stimulated and an erection results. Hormone Replacement Therapy: hormones, e.g. testosterone in males, estrogen in females, may be prescribed when a deficiency is found. Intracorporeal injection (ICI)(in·tra·cor·po·re·al): one method of therapy for erectile dysfunction in which a medication is injected into the base of the penis causing increased blood flow to the penis. Penile Implants: when all treatment has failed for erectile dysfunction, the patient may opt for surgical implantation of soft or inflatable rods to replace the erectile tissue. Peyronie's Disease: a deposit of scar tissue or plaque in the erectile tissue in the penis, sometimes causing painful and curved erections. Prostate: a donut-shaped gland which is located just below the bladder and surrounds the bladder neck and urethra. Prostate Cancer: this is a slow-growing malignant growth that starts within the prostate. Tension Ring: rubber rings which are applied to the base of the penis (after obtaining an erection), in order to sustain the erection. Vacuum Erectile Device (VED) or Vacuum Tumescence Device (VTD): a tube providing negative pressure, causes the blood to be pulled into the penis. To maintain the erection, a tension ring must be used. Viagra™: a new oral medication by Pfizer Inc., for erectile dysfunction. This medication increases the blood flow to the penis by blocking a specific enzyme and relaxes the smooth muscles in the penis. Vasocongestion (vay-so-con-JES-tyun): an accumulation of blood in the blood vessels of a region of the body, especially the genitals; a swelling or erection results.
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