Sexual Health Treatment

STD Treatment

Treatment for sexual health problems depends upon its root cause.

When a specific kind of medication is believed to be the culprit for reducing sex drive or causing sexual dysfunction, a different kind of medication is often prescribed in order to correct the sexual health imbalance while also still treating the said health condition.

If the cause of the problem is psychological or emotional in nature, then the primary course of treatment is professional counseling in order to address the underlying issues.

Genital Herpes can be treated through a variety of medicines, creams or ointments. The most common treatment is antiviral medicines which are used to treat the symptoms and duration of an outbreak as well as suppress the replication of the virus. Episodic antivirals are taken during an acute outbreak and Suppression antivirals are taken for an extended period of time for those who experience frequent outbreaks. The three most common antivirals are acyclovir (Zovirax), famciclovir (Famvir), and valacyclovir (Valtrex).

Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) infection may go away on its own. Often, the standard course of treatment is treating the symptoms of the infection like genital warts which can be removed. But if the infection causes abnormal cell changes in the cervix then there are a few different treatment options that your medical doctor may perform. Cryotherapy involves freezing the area of the abnormal cell growth in order to prevent their further spread. Conization is a biopsy which removes the potentially cancer-causing cells and lastly the Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure or LEEP procedure is a surgical treatment that involved removing the abnormal cells with a electrode.

Chlamydia is treated with a course of antibiotics. Azithromycin (Zithromax) or doxycycline are the two most common medications to treat this STD.

Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is treated with highly active anti-retrovirals therapy (HAART), which is a complex mixture of drugs that acts on specific

Gonorrhea is treated with a course of antibiotics. A person being treated for gonorrhea should not have sexual intercourse during or for seven days following the complete course of medication.

Erectile Dysfunction is commonly treated by a class of drugs known as PDE-5 inhibitors. Viagra and Levitra are the most popular PDE-5 inhibitors. In addition, injections, vascular therapy, and implant devices are other treatment options used to correct the symptoms of erectile dysfunction.

Dyspareunia is treated through a variety of ways. Changing sexual positions or using a lubricant or cream are two of the most common ways to reduce pain during intercourse.

Orgasmic Disorder is treated according to its primary cause. If the problem stems from psychological issues, then receiving the proper mental health support may be necessary. If the condition comes from hormonal fluctuations then taking hormone replacement therapy may help to improve the condition. If the cause is from nerve damage, certain medical procedures such as devices that enhance blood flow may be recommended by your doctor.

Sexual Desire or Interest Disorder is treated according to its specific cause. If psychological factors are the primary reasons for the condition then addressing these issues in a safe and professional environment under the guidance of mental health expert is strongly recommended. If the causes are hormonal, then a topical estrogen cream can be used to rebalance hormones and if the condition stems from medication use, then altering the course of medicines under the supervision of the individual’s medical doctor may also improve the condition.

Sexual Arousal Disorder is most effectively treated creams, ointments, relaxation techniques and emotional support. There are currently a number of medications being tested to increase female arousal to enhance blood flow and lubrication during sexual intercourse.