About the Blog This page contains a rolling programme of edited extracts from the advice column questions Helen has answered, written for Better Health Magazine, Barbados, since June 2001. The questions are real and either they or similar questions have been asked by people all around the world.  Her column is said to be the reason that many people buy …

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The picture galleries on this site are here for educational purposes, only. They are not mean to shock or to titillate. Their purpose is medical / health education for a wide audience. If you are easily offended by pictures of genitalia, do not enter the galleries. If you do enter them, we hope you find …

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This section of the site shows blog posts rather than static pages related to medical topics. The Sexplained® Column displays adapted archive material from Helen’s popular magazine column, first published by Better Health Magazine, The Nation Publishing Company, Bridgetown, Barbados, West Indies. They are adapted for a wider audience and cover a wide range of …

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  This section of the site contains information about the different methods of contraception available today.   It links to a contraception gallery, where you can find images of a wide range of methods. Individual methods described on pages in this site include: … info coming soon – in the meantime, please use the drop-down …

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This section of the site displays a medical picture gallery. ______________________ The Contraception Gallery This gallery contains images that show the appearance of different methods of contraception. ______________________  The Willy Gallery Most heterosexual men don’t see another man’s erection, but are often curious to know how theirs compares. This gallery contains graphic images of flaccid and …

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This Information and Guidance Section within THIS part of WillyWorries.com relates to written, rather than visible information about the signs and symptoms, causes and cures for different sexual infections and conditions. It also covers contraception and other topics related to male and female reproductive health. More information will be added shortly. The site is still undergoing a major …

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This site is now operated by Midnight Learning Ltd. (UK). It is a GENUINE MEDICAL INFORMATION and PICTURE site. Why did we develop this website? WillyWorries.com, which now includes WomensWorries.com and VulvaWorries.com, was designed to help men, and women – mothers, fathers, young people, grandparents and pensioners – understand more about their genital and about sexual and …

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AIDS – Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome Please see the information about HIV until we propagate this page with information again.   Thanks. BLOG – The Sexplained® Column

“Am I normal down there?” Healthy Vulva Photos / Labia Picture Vulva / Vagina Image This Page: Gallery 1 Ladies 1-5        Ladies 6-10 “Am I normal down there?” As a medical site, this page contains a range of different healthy adult women’s real vulva/labia and vagina pictures: female genital pictures: vulva photographs …

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” My Vulva/Vagina’s Smelling Fishy/ Bacterial Vaginosis Symptoms/BV and HIV / Mycoplasma Genitalium and BV”   Information & Guidance about BV – Bacterial Vaginosis The following is an extract from “Sexplained One – Sex & Your Health” by Helen J Knox © All Rights Reserved (See links on right side of page) What is BV?  …

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Balanitis – Inflammation of the Glans Penis Inflammation of the glans penis BalanoPosthitis     What is Balanitis / Balanoposthitis? What causes Balanitis / Balanoposthitis? How long does Balanitis / Balanoposthitis take to show after contact? What are the symptoms of Balanitis / Balanoposthitis? How is Balanitis / Balanoposthitis diagnosed? What is the treatment for …

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Barrier Methods of Contraception Caps – Dutch Cap / Diaphragm / Cervical Cap Female Condoms Male Condoms – Application Technique

We are not running any surveys at the moment… See below for some related information. Helen Why do condoms slip off and stay inside during sex ? Why does a condom slip off and stay inside after sex ? Why can’t I get a condom on easily ? How should I dispose of a condom …

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Botched Penis Circumcision Scar This set of pictures show the results of having a male circumcision. Here, there is scarring and these show how WillyMan-28 has had to cope with some annoying scarring that followed his circumcision, and how it affects his penis during erection compared with during tumescence (when it’s flaccid or soft). NOTE: …

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Breast Awareness For Women, AND Men Breast Awareness Being Breast Aware What Should I Look for When I Check My Breasts ? Basic Technique Breast Picture Gallery (coming soon) Being Breast Aware It’s sensible for all men, and women, to be breast aware and know the technique for breast self examination (BSE).  WOMEN, and MEN, …

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Candidiasis – Genital Thrush – Yeast Infection The following © information is an extract from “Sexplained One – Sex & Your Health” by Helen J Knox used here with permission. Available in print from KnoxPublishing.com or as an e-book via iBooks and Kobo   What is genital thrush? Genital thrush, or candidiasis, is one of …

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What are caps and diaphragms? Diaphragms and caps are domed devices, commonly made of latex or rubber. Shaped to fit over your cervix they act as an intravaginal (inside the vagina) barrier method of contraception. There are different types: The Dutch cap – flat or coil spring diaphragms; Omniflex® and other arcing spring diaphragms; Dumas® …

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Chancroid The following is an extract from Sexplained One – Sex & Your Health, by Helen J Knox What is chancroid? Chancroid is a sexual infection, caused by the bacteria called Haemophilus ducreyi, which results in genital ulcer disease (GUD). Other name The other name for chancroid is “H ducreyi” but it may also be …

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[last-modified] What is Chlamydia? Chlamydia Trachomatis & LGV (Lymphogranuloma Venereum) Chlamydia trachomonas  is the world’s most common bacterial sexually acquired/transmitted infection (SAI / STI / STD) The following is an extract from Available from Knox Publishing UK Apple iBooks and Kobo Click the picture for more information The following questions are answered by scrolling to …

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Contraception Information – Hormonal Methods of Birth Control Contraception Information (Birth Control) Combined Methods of Contraception Contraception – Hormonal IUS – Intra-Uterine System – Mirena® LARC – Long Acting Reversible Contraception LARC Implants – Sub-dermal Implants (Implanon® / Nexplanon® / Norplant®) POP – Progestogen Only Pill – Mini-Pill Progestogen Methods of Contraception The Combined Injection …

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Hormonal Methods of Contraception:   Combined Oral Contraception – The Pill – COC Combined Patch – The Patch Combined Vaginal Hormonal Ring – VHR Progestogen Only Pill – The Mini Pill – POP Sub-dermal Implant – The Implant Depo-Provera – DMPA – Progestogen Injection  

CONTRACEPTION INFORMATION menu, also drops down from above.  The drop-down takes you to the different information pages covering contraception topics, also listed below.   Contraception Information (Birth Control) Barrier Methods of Contraception Caps – Dutch Cap / Diaphragm / Cervical Cap Combined Methods of Contraception Contraception – Hormonal Female Condoms Fertility Awareness Method (FAM) / Natural …

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This Gallery Contains Pictures of Different Methods of Contraception Contraception Picture Gallery Containing Birth Control Images We are changing this page – please see the individual method information pages in the meantime. Thank you.   I want him to wear a condom Contraception – Hormonal Contraception Information (Birth Control) Using Birth Control Pills – Scared …

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Cystitis The following © information is an extract from “Sexplained One – Sex & Your Health” by Helen J Knox used here with permission. “Sexplained One – Sex & Your Health” Available in print from KnoxPublishing.com or as an e-book via iBooks and Kobo What is cystitis? Cystitis means inflammation of the bladder: * cyst …

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Donovanosis Information And Pictures The following is a copyright extract from “Sexplained One – Sex & Your Health” by Helen J Knox – used here, with permission. What is Donovanosis? Donovanosis is an ulcerative sexual infection that is most commonly found in tropical countries. There are four types of Donovanosis sores: (1) nodular ( a …

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Some Useful Sexual Health Educational Videos & Podcasts Penises across the species. TEDTalk. The Galactic Cap – a new type of male condom   Real Sex v Porn Sex Thanks to a colleague, Barbara, from Contraception Education CIC, who shared one of the videos she uses during sex education classes with young people.  A great …

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MATURE CONTENT: This video seems to be circulating but it took some searching to find the source for reference and context. It might be interesting to watch. “Runway Purses” – Male Catwalk Models (WARNING ALL Men Are Naked And Obviously Confident Individuals) NO VIDEO OF NAKED FEMALES – Just men.

‘Vaginal Fisting’ leaves me fearful for future MY boyfriend and I love to play sex games, and recently he put his fingers in me, then very slowly pushed his entire fist in. I didn’t realise what he was doing and though the fist was a bit uncomfortable at first, it felt good – so good …

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10 questions to ask a new partner before sex  Are you having sex with anyone else ?  How many sexual partners have you had ? Have you ever had a Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) ?  Have you ever had a sexual partner who had HIV or another STI ? How long has it been since …

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8 More Men In The Willy Gallery Just a quick update, for visitors to WillyWorries.com’s gallery collection of normal, healthy male genital pictures. Eight more men have just been added… and more will follow in due course. These are genuine medical pictures, taken by the ‘Willy Owner’ to help other men who are concerned about …

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You love the gym and you get excited about kinky sex, but are they good for each other? Are they good for you? Whether you are a fitness fanatic or an absolute beginner, exercise could have an impact on your sex life. There are many reasons a physically fit man can have better sex and …

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Am I gay or bisexual?  Is there anyway you can tell if you’re bisexual or gay ? I need to know because I find I have strong feelings about some men I meet. I admire their strong bodies, often look at their crotch to see if they are well-endowed and, if they’re good looking or …

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I am 53 years old and having heavy bleeding from last five years. Now from last ten months I am having periods after every two months, but it is still heavy. I have gone through ultrasonography and it shows multiple intramural & subserosal fibroids. What should I do? Am I going through normal menopause? – …

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Since I was diagnosed with raised blood pressure two years ago, I have been on medication and my blood pressure has come under control but I have noticed side effects. This has had an enormous effect on my relationship, as I have lost my sex drive. Recently, I have doubled up on the tablets as …

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Can you tell me what the average vagina looks like?   In a simple word, the answer is “no”, I can’t, because this area of a woman’s body is as unique and different, although similar, as breasts, toes, noses and faces differ but have similarities.   Furthermore, the vagina is a hidden area and a …

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Delayed ejaculation Just as many men ejaculate quickly, there are men who are unable to ejaculate when they choose to do so but there are techniques to help and enable penetrative ejaculation to occur easily. Some can ejaculate during masturbation but not during penetration. This also has implications for fathering a child – but can …

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Discharge After Period Smells Like Vinegar This issue has been bothering me for years, and somehow it happens for a certain period of time (ie. monthly). Occasionally I experienced some brownish discharge after my period (not painful), and it smells vinegar whenever I inspect it. Till then, I wore a panty liner during daytime only …

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Eating faeces: Is it the latest fad ? I WATCHED a video recently where people ate faeces (feces). I thouht it was one of the sickest, weirdest and most revolting things I ever saw. I was talking about it and was told that in America this is the latest fad and is called ‘scat’ sex …

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Embarrassing bodies: Most people have a concern or two about their body; whether something is normal, or something to be concerned about. This website aims to help people who are embarrassed or worried about their bodies or worried about their body image, mainly related to issues related to their contraception and sexual health. It is …

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My goodness, I ache down there… what on earth is wrong with me? One of my rugger mates said I might have Epididymo something, or twisted my balls and developed something called testicular torsion . What’s Epididymo-Orchitis got to do with it? Your friend might be on the right track if you have any of the …

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Extra Skin Near Vaginal Opening I noticed a small amount of pain when my husband and I were fooling around (not during intercourse; when he touched me). Later, I felt a slight discomfort again so I looked in a mirror. That’s when I noticed what appears to be a growth or extra skin near the …

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TOWIE is the butt of so many jokes but just sometimes, these programmes can get a health message across to their audience in a way the traditional health promotion messages can’t… The Sun newspaper is highlighting something very important for all women – the simple, yet fear inducing ‘smear test’. Quoting them initially, with a …

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Female Genital Mutilation / FGC / Female Genital Cutting / FGC / Girl Child Beading As a clinical nurse specialist, working in the field of sexual and reproductive health for over 30 years, I thought I had heard just about everything and was ‘unshockable. I was so wrong. And this is the second time in …

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I know that some women get fevers as a period symptom but are high fevers normal? These symptoms are new. The last two periods have had me chilled, feverish and with a temperature of up to 102 degrees Fahrenheit. I don’t use tampons, I’m not sexually active and I am in pretty good shape.  Is there …

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First-time sex romp with risky result   I’M really worried and urgently need your advice. I had intercourse with a prostitute – something I never did before – and the condom burst. When it burst she felt it and managed to push me off so I did not come in her. But I am really …

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Two years ago, I was diagnosed with genital warts. After I’d been given treatment for several months, the warts disappeared. I was feeling much better as if I had started a new life, and soon afterwards I met someone I really liked and we started to go out. We are in a loving and caring …

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The Vulva Gallery is back online… The Willy Gallery’s first page and a half are back online… The Contraception Gallery is coming to life… The Reproductive Anatomy – Male and Female – Information Pages are back online…

Fractured penis, what was the healing process like? I had the painful misfortune of fracturing my penis. It was surgically repaired the same day and 10 weeks later everything works, but I’m still working out some kinks (bumps, etc.). Do you know anyone who may have had this happen to them, and can you offer …

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What About Thrush? (Also Called Yeast Infection or Candidiasis) Hi I heard a friend of mine talking about “thrush” recently and although she gave a thorough explanation, I would like a medical overview. Can you provide one? I mean, I’d really like to know if it’s thrush or it’s BV (bacterial vaginosis) that she’s talking …

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I shower regularly and pay close attention to my penis and testicles while bathing, but still for some reason when I roll back the foreskin, it never smells fresh. This has been happening for the past 6 months, and I’m always self-conscious about it now. As a result, I’ve been refusing oral sex from my …

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The Vagina, Clitoris, Urethra, Vulva, Labia Majora, Labia Minora – what are they all? I want to see pictures of each of them, if you have them, as I am lost with all of this…   These are all parts or areas of every woman’s genitalia. Many women, especially young and inexperienced sexually, merely say …

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High – Medium – Low Risk Sexual Activities HIGHEST RISK ACTIVITIES High risk activities include: •Anal sex (buggery/sodomy) without a condom. •Vaginal sex without a condom. •Giving oral sex (a blow job/fellatio) to a man if his ejaculate enters your mouth. •Giving oral sex to (going down on/cunnilingus) a woman during her period. •Finger insertion …

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How are condoms removed ? After ejaculation, it is essential to withdraw BEFORE your penis goes flaccid again. HOLD THE CONDOM ON THE SHAFT OF YOUR PENIS WHILE YOU WITHDRAW.  This is because when your previously erect penis returns to its flaccid state, it ‘shrinks’ and if you do not hold the condom in place …

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How Can I Find An NHS Sexual Health Clinic Near Me It is getting harder to find NHS sexual health clinics locally because so many have recently been closed. This is because of Government cuts and is a situation that is not likely to be reversed in the foreseeable future. If you are in the …

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Need to shrink vagina – How can I get my vagina to be tight? THIS might sound weird, but in March I had sex with an ex-boyfriend. Now my current boyfriend is coming to see me. I am scared he will find out that I had sex because I might not be tight, being that I …

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How do STIs affect my Immune System ? If our immune system response is overactive, we develop allergic reactions and auto-immune disease.  If our immune system response is insufficient, we develop immuno-deficiency which results in infection and/or illness. Protection from infection is dealt with by our white blood cells. They form part of our reaction to …

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