For those individuals who have autism, intimacy and sexuality can be some of the hardest challenges within relationships to conquer. Many struggle with these things because it involves handling sensory experiences, mixed with complex feelings of relational and communicative connection, and trying to manage figuring out how to deal with the sexual feelings and needs…
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Lichen sclerosus is a rare genital based skin condition that is itchy, painful, and changes the physical makeup of the vagina, labia, and anus. This does not only affect women, but also men and the head of the penis. This can create painful skin, touch, or sexual activities including intercourse. Lichen sclerosus is a chronic…
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Did you know that in certain conditions a penis CAN get stuck inside of a vagina? Pick your mouth up off the floor! It’s true that this rare condition can be problematic for many couples and occur for many different reasons. In short, during penetrative intercourse, the penis becomes stuck inside of the vagina or…
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A urostomy is done by surgically creating an opening, or stoma, in the abdomen to divert urine from the bladder into an external bag. Urostomies are usually installed when the bladder is no longer functioning as it should be, or in cases of bladder cancer, trauma, infection, reproductive diseases, and birth defects. Urostomies are a…
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“Will an ostomy kill my sex life?” “Will I be able to enjoy and experience intimacy after my stoma is installed?” “Will my partner be turned off by my ostomy, stoma, or bag?” “How will we do…. Things, now?!” These are common questions asked by many ostomates in the beginning stages of adjusting to their…
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Intimacy is a vital aspect of human connection and life. Learning the various types of intimacy and how these “types” ebb and flow in and out of our lives and relationships daily can help to better understand and work through troubles. Physical intimacy also includes intimate touch, which is a big aspect of a couple’s…
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Many couples find themselves stuck in a sexual “rut,” or lost under the stressors of life unable to reconnect in the ways that they really want to. It can be more challenging to work through these “sexual blocks” when complicated situations arise, like cancer, long-term illness, or other major life changes. It is common to…
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A colostomy is a procedure that surgically creates an opening in the abdomen, which is called a stoma, to allow waste to be expelled from the body via the large intestine. Colostomies are installed when the colon in damaged or diseased and can no longer function normally. Normal colon function can be hindered by many…
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