Sexual HealthJune 13, 2009 3:37 am

Everybody in this crowded world needs to take care of themselves especially their health.  Because life is the most precious gift that the almighty has bestowed on each and every one of us.  As the civilization grows stronger, threats on people’s lives increase.  Danger could be in any form.  Be it accidents, people wanting to hurt other people, or diseases.

Threats to the human race are almost everywhere.  Danger could be lurking around the corner or it could be outside your door.  The point is, people should be more careful in each and everything they do.

At this point of time, one of the most common causes for the world’s dwindling mortality is diseases. Curable or incurable illness could easily be the source of human life to expire.  To women, breast cancer and cervical cancer leads these fatal diseases, while to men, prostate cancer and lung cancer do the works.

Now, I’m just curious what this prostate cancer is.  I heard of people I know of that had this kind of cancer and most of their ages ranges from sixty to eighty years old.  As what I have read from everywhere, causes of prostate cancer is still vague, but some doctors considered the genetic make up of the man having it.  Eating foods with a very high content of fat may also play a big part of acquiring this cancer.  Naturally, men’s health is as fragile as women.  So obviously, we are all equal.           

Some symptoms of this cancer, includes having trouble starting the urine stream, a weaker-than-normal urine stream or cannot urinate at all.  Bladder feels like not emptying completely when urinating, and feels pain or burning when urinating, and also have blood in the urine. Also having a deep pain in the lower back, belly, hip or pelvis is also a symptom of prostate cancer.

And who says that men’s health needs little concern?  It’s a bit of a problem when men have this kind of illness, since they are very proud.  They don’t want to feel helpless, and with this disease, men who have this kind of ailment need a lot of help and assistance from others.  It will be very difficult for I know that caring for a patient incurring this disease will need a lot of patience and love…..

Sexual HealthNovember 4, 2008 8:45 am

I’ve been diagnosed with breast cest when I was in high school.  I actually felt it was there during my elementary years.  I felt a lump in my right breast, a small button like knob.  I never mind it since I had no knowledge about breast cancer and the like.  The pain begun in my high school years, and the doctor advised me to massage it with a bottle containing hot water every night.  The pain is bearable so we were not alarmed that it’s terminal.  When I was in college, it grows faster than I thought and it never stops hurting me.  Together with my mom, I consult an OB Gynecologist and she advised me to undergo an operation to take out my breast cest.  It’s not so scary because the lump is movable and there is no chance of infections so breast cancer is evitable.  I was not in favor of the operations since she said it would be better to rest for 1 year, after the operations.  My parents gave me a choice: To undergo operation and stop education or vice versa.  I am not allowed to choose both.  I love my education so much rather than my health.  I was young and naïve then, health is not my priority. 

After years of study and I am now a career woman.  Six (6) months ago, I’ve decided to take the lump in my breast and my OBGYNE is against it since I am three (3) months pregnant.  She told me there is 70% chance that my lump would be held after giving birth.  Fortunately my breast cest was gone after I’ve given birth.  There is a medical explanation as to why it happens.  Sometimes, the hormonal changes that women go through in pregnancy period affect my cest.  It is completely healed and I know, my faith in God together with the natural healing power of motherhood has a lot to do with it.  If I pushed thru that operation, I would have been half a woman at least that was what I believed then.  My decision to choose my study is luckily right, but I would never take chances again.  My baby depends on me and her father and I won’t take the same risk again because breast cancer is rampant nowadays.  I realize that my health is worth a thousand times than what I would learn.          

Sexual HealthOctober 13, 2008 3:32 am


A friend of mine has been gifted with exceptional beauty, outstanding intelligence, and a dazzling sex appeal.  She never has a problem with dating someone.  How come she never got a chance of second date?  She has been counting guys she dated since her debut.  Luckily, she got 99 men and all have been her first dates.  Not one man calls her, asking for another meeting.  What do you think she would do to improve her dating skills?  Kindly leave a message or tips in smart dating…   

Sexual HealthAugust 6, 2008 7:10 pm

When a person is being diagnose of having tuberculosis.  It is not the end of world yet.  Tuberculosis is a deadly disease way back then but not this era.  Sophisticated medical facilities have been developed to fight this disease.  Treatment would run up to six months if it is detected early.  Although it is a contagious disease, there is no fear of contamination by touching or using his things.  It can be transferred by air (sneeze, cough, spit).  It is also a non-STD, but if you worry hat it ca hamper your intimate activity.  Follow the ten steps listed below:  

  1. Open communication.  Talk to your partner about how you feel, and your concerns about sex.
  2. Sought professional help.  Consult a sex therapist or talk to your doctor about ways to improve your sexual relationship.
  3. Listen to advice.  Try to be humble, listen to advice from your friends, and don’t be afraid to ask questions.
  4. Daylight exercise.  It’s advisable to make love during the day, when exhaustion is at its lowest.
  5. Shower together.  Take a bath with your partner, its much more better to be cleaned before intimate engagement.
  6. Eat less.  Do not eat large meal or do arduous activity prior to making love.   
  7. Avoid alcohol.  0 alcohol intake is a big help.  It would increase your stamina and it reduces impotency.
  8. Cool temperature.  Maintained your bedroom with a cool temperature prior to and during intimacy.
  9. Be a sweetheart.  As much as possible, focus more on hugging, kissing and cuddling rather than sexual gratification.
  10. Rest well and be a smartass.  Let your well partner do most of the work.  Use sexual positions that allow you to rest during the act.       
Sexual HealthJuly 4, 2008 9:37 am

Men should be aware that erectile dysfunction has been associated to a developing cardiovascular disease.  Unlike women, men’s medical health and sexual health conditions could impact sexual satisfaction.  Studies show that men are more prone to such disease, and would be better to take preventive measures:

1.         Don’t smoke or use tobacco products – If you never taste cigarettes then don’t even try it.  If you are a smoker, then quit.  The most powerful step to prevent the risk of cardiovascular problems is to stay away from smoking.  Tobacco smoke contains more than 4, 800 chemicals that can damage your heart and blood vessels.  Even smokeless tobacco, low-tar and low nicotine are also risky.  As well as exposure to secondhand smoke.

2.         Get Active – Physical activity is good for the heart.  Regular participation of in moderately vigorous physical activity can help reduce the risk fatal heart diseases.  It can help prevent heart disease by increasing blood flow to your heart and strengthening heart’s contractions.  It can also help in controlling weight and can reduce chances of developing other conditions that may put a strain on your heart.  It is best that you get 30 to 60 minutes of moderately intense physical activity at least 3 days a week.  However, shorter amounts offer heart health benefits.

3.         Eat a heart-healthy diet – Consistent eating healthy foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains and low fat dairy products can help protect your heart.  Legumes, low-fat sources of protein and certain types of fishes also reduce the risk of heart diseases.  Limited intake of fats is necessary.  Heart healthy eating doesn’t always mean to cut back you food intake.  You just need to add more fruits and vegetables in your diet.  Following a heart-healthy diet also means drinking alcohol only in control. Not more than two shots a day for men, one a day for women. At that reasonable level, alcohol can have a protective effect on your heart. More than that, it becomes a health risk. 

4.         Maintain a healthy weight – Putting weight in adulthood, can gain mostly fatty tissue.  Thus excess weight can lead you to risks heart diseases like: high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes.  Even small reductions in weight can be favorable. Reducing your weight by just 10 percent can decrease your blood pressure, lower your blood cholesterol level and lessen your risk of diabetes.

5.         Get regular health screenings – High blood pressure and high cholesterol can harm you cardiovascular system.  Regular screening can tell you if you need to take actions before it’s too late.