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 Body basics
This section concerns many basics regarding sex, as well as the male and female reproductive systems. Is there something you've been wondering about? Who knows, you might find the answer here. Brush up on your knowledge by taking a look at this section.
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01. So what's in semen?
In answer to a reader's query on whether it was dangerous to swallow sperm, Health24's sexologist, Dr Elna McIntosh, wrote the following.
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02. Does size matter?
Our sexologist, Dr Elna McIntosh, answers this frequently asked question.
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03. Facts about the male genitals
Thought you knew everything about the male genitals? Read these facts and think again.
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04. The hymen - myth or fact?
The physiological purpose of the hymen is one of the eternal mysteries of women's bodies.
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05. The lowdown on circumcision
An expert looks at circumcision, phimosis, paraphimosis and balanitis.
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06. Studies: Size doesn’t matter
New studies find both sexes' body insecurities may be misguided.
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07. Genders share daily desire
Both men and women have frequent thoughts of sexual desire, survey finds.
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08. Female Ejaculation
There are many theories about whether or female ejaculation occurs. Recent studies have shown that it does, and is completely natural. Read to find out more.
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09. Scanning the female orgasm
Drug companies make millions a year selling Viagra, Cialis and Levitra to help men enjoy sex. But what about women?
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10. A brief history of the breast
For as long as we can remember, breasts have been objects of admiration. They have also played a role in fields as diverse as politics and mythology. Cybershrink gives an overview.
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11. Breasts in the media
How have breasts been portrayed in literature, by Hollywood and in the movies? CyberShrink investigates.
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12. The lowdown on the penis
The heart may be regarded as the seat of the soul, but the penis is the autopilot - the joystick. No other part of male physique causes men as much anguish, self-doubt and pride.
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13. Polite way of talking about breasts
What do you call "breasts"? And how have these terms changed through the ages?
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14. A trip down mammary lane
Through the centuries, women’s breasts have been miminised, hidden from view or maximised. So where did the modern bra come from and who invented it?
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15. The role of hormones
The main function of any hormone is to carry chemical messages from one tissue or organ to another tissue or organ in the body.
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16. Sizing up the small penis
Why are men such willy-worriers? Cybershrink looks at men's obsession with their penis size.
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17. Vaginal dryness: The facts
Vaginal dryness is a hot topic on many of Health24's forums. Find out what causes this common problem and what you can do about.
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