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Medical Conditions - Sex Abstinence

Sex abstinence is when you do not have sex due to religious, medical, legal, or social reasons. It protects people from unplanned pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections.

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I have a swollen labia after protected intercourse. What should I do?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I do not see any reason for you to worry. The possibilities for this swelling are: 1. You could be allergic to the latex material of the condom.

Does Gelusil impact HIV post-exposure prophylaxis?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Syrup Gelusil (Magnesium hydroxide and Aluminum hydroxide) does not affect the efficacy of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) prophylaxis. Please revert in case of further queries. Thank you.

Can I have sex after 13 days of hernia surgery?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. We are here to help you. I understand your concern. I would not recommend you to go for sex for at least four to six weeks after surgery.

What could be the reason for delayed periods in a sexually inactive person?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern.

Does pain from SIBO discourage one from having sex?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. So we need to consider a partial response for the treatment. We should also rule out other causes of abdominal pain.

Can having sex soon after abortion lead to pregnancy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you just had an abortion, there is no chance of pregnancy because there is no ovulation happening during this period. So relax and do not worry.

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I got frenulum cut nine months ago which is not healed yet. Kindly help.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The minimum number of days for abstinence from any sexual activity is 28 days and preferably six weeks if it is recurrent.

After urinary infection, I have burning sensation during sex. What can I do?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Burning is common after urinary infection and this is the reason they advise to abstain from sex while on treatment.

What are the ways to improve the sex drive for a healthy sexual relationship?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I thoroughly read your query and understand your concern. Yes, you are right.

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