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  • Q&A: Do Condoms Reduce Vaginal Wetness?

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    As protective as condoms can be, they sometimes make sex feel more dry. Over time, the lubricant may not feel as though it is quite enough.

  • Q&A: Genital Fit vs. Genital Size

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    Although many people joke about the size of penises and vaginas, people rarely talk about genital size in ways that are helpful or informative.

  • Q&A: Pre-Ejaculate (or Pre-Cum) And Pregnancy Risk

    Pregnancy concerns make up a large part of our sexual health questions including this one about the risk of pregnancy from pre-cum.

  • Q&A: Lambskin Condoms Vs. Latex Condoms

    Lambskin vs. latex in the great condom debate - this Kinsey Confidential explains why latex is better for sexual health and other options available.

  • Q&A: Masturbation Guilt And Health Problems

    Can masturbation cause health problems? One reader is concerned about masturbating "too much" and possible health problems that could result from this.

  • Q&A: Pimple On Penis, Could It Be Herpes?

    A male reader is concerned about a bump that has recently appeared on his penis and wonders if it could be herpes.

  • Q&A: Girlfriend Has No Feeling During Sex

    Dr. Debby answers questions about why a woman might have lessened sensation during vaginal intercourse.

  • Q&A: Vaginal Size And Stretching From A Large Penis

    A female reader wonders if having a an ex with a large penis will impact her ability to enjoy sex with her new partner, who is not as well endowed.

  • Q&A: Genital Warts Treatment And HPV Transmission

    This reader was recently diagnosed with genital warts. What should he do now about treatment and prevention of spreading his HPV to future partners?

  • Q&A: Can I Get Pregnant From Dry Semen?

    Could dried semen on a man's penis cause pregnancy if inserted into the vagina after ejaculation?

  • Q&A: Genital Cuts, What is the Risk of a Torn Frenulum?

    A male reader wonders if forceful masturbation by a partner could cause the frenulum to tear.

  • Q&A: Yeast Infection From Oral Sex?

    Information about the various causes of yeast infections and the possibility of cunnilingus causing a yeast infection in a female partner.

  • Q&A: Male Arousal And Erection Control

    A reader wonders why their boyfriend cannot control his erections when he sees an attractive woman.

  • Q&A: Side Effects From Penis Enlargement Pills

    Dr. Debby Herbenick answers a question from a male reader about possible side effects or damage to the penis from penis enlargement pills.

  • Q&A: Random Erections And Erections Without Attraction

    Q&A about random erections and why they can occur without conscious arousal or attraction.

  • Q&A: What Is The Perineal Raphe?

    Q&A about the perineal raphe - what it is, what it does, and some basic information on male genitalia.

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