Why Sexual Health Is a Team Effort for Couples

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Sexual Dysfunction is a Couple’s Issue: Insights with Dr. Mohit Khera - Gyno Girl Presents: Sex, Drugs & Hormones

Sexual dysfunction isn’t just one person’s problem—it’s a couple’s disease. Learn how to improve intimacy and health as a team with Dr. Mohit Khera.

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What if the key to fixing your sexual health wasn’t just about you, but your partner too? Discover why treating sexual dysfunction is a team effort—and how we’ve been getting it wrong.

When it comes to sexual health, the focus is often one-sided. But the reality is that sexual dysfunction is rarely an individual issue—it’s a couple’s disease.I talk with Dr. Mohit Khera, renowned urologist and past president of SMSNA, to unpack the disparities in sexual health treatment for men and women and why it’s time to rethink our approach.

Dr. Khera shares personal insights from his career, revealing how focusing on one partner’s libido or function can create unexpected challenges in a relationship. We explore the hidden world of male sexual dysfunction, from erectile dysfunction to Peyronie’s disease, and uncover why women’s sexual health still lags behind in research, funding, and treatment options.

We also tackle the controversial topic of testosterone—its impact on men and women, the myths around its use, and why it’s still inaccessible for women despite clear benefits. Dr. Khera offers actionable advice on lifestyle changes, sleep, and stress management that can dramatically improve sexual function for both partners.

This isn’t just about medicine—it’s about partnership, communication, and the power of addressing sexual health as a team. Join us for a candid discussion that might change the way you think about intimacy, health, and what it means to truly support your partner.

Highlights:​

1. Why sexual dysfunction is a “couple’s disease” and how treating one partner impacts the other.
2. The silent epidemic of Peyronie’s disease and its profound emotional toll.
3. The overlooked benefits of testosterone for women and why FDA-approved options remain elusive.
4. How lifestyle changes like the Mediterranean diet, exercise, and sleep can reverse sexual dysfunction.
5. The importance of destigmatizing sexual health concerns and advocating for the right care.

 

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Thread 'Proactive Erectile Dysfunction Treatments Explained by Experts'

Jan 30, 2025

In this episode, we dive deep into the latest advancements in men’s sexual health with Dr. Mohit Khera, a world-renowned expert in urology and sexual medicine. Discover why the future of treating erectile dysfunction (ED) is shifting from reactive to proactive care, and learn how diet, exercise, sleep, and stress reduction play a critical role in preventing and managing ED.

Whether you’re struggling with ED, looking to improve your sexual health, or simply curious about the latest treatments, this episode is packed with actionable advice...

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• hypogonadism; ed; diet; exercise; sleep; stress
• Replies: 6
• Forum: When TRT Is Not Enough (ED, Libido, & More)

 

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Thread 'Couple-thinking: A new way of approaching sexual problems'

Jul 2, 2023

Summary​

This text discusses the importance of considering social and cultural factors in addressing sexual problems in couples. It emphasizes the impact of the partner's sexual function on the other partner and highlights the reciprocal relationship between men and women's sexual health. The role of communication, relationship satisfaction, and the reasons for not engaging in sexual activity are also explored.

Highlights​

• The partner's sexual function greatly affects the other partner's sexual health.
• Relationship dynamics and satisfaction play a...

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• couples; therapy; sexual health
• Replies: 5
• Forum: Health & Wellness

Thread 'Testosterone treatment for couples'

Nov 19, 2023

"[It’s about] understanding that as urologists, we are board certified to take care of all genders, and we do have data and evidence to support us in taking better care of our female patients," says Rachel Rubin, MD.

Dr. Rachel Rubin on testosterone treatment for couples

"[It’s about] understanding that as urologists, we are board certified to take care of all genders, and we do have data and evidence to support us in taking better care of our female patients," says Rachel Rubin, MD.

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In this video, Rachel Rubin, MD, a urologist in practice in North Bethesda, Maryland, discusses the 24th Annual Fall Scientific Meeting of Sexual Medicine Society of North America sessions “Fundamentals Course in Women's Sexual Health” and "Couples Approach...

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• testosterone; trt/hrt;sexual health
• Replies: 1
• Forum: Health & Wellness

Thread 'One partner wants sex, the other doesn’t'

Mar 25, 2023

This ISSM Webinar is on One partner wants sex, the other doesn't: how to handle sexual discordances in otherwise happy relationships.

“I want to have sex, but my partner doesn’t, is that normal?” This question and the underlying interpersonal discordance which it illustrates are not only common but often account for a significant portion of the sexual issues faced by many couples. The current webinar will address this topic from a scientific and clinical standpoint and will focus on both the contributing factors leading to ‘desire discordance’ as...

• madman
• sexual health; libido; orgasm; arousal
• Replies: 34
• Forum: Health & Wellness

Thread 'Navigating Erectile Dysfunction Together'

Nov 4, 2023

Episode 21: Navigating ED Together: A Deep Dive into Intimacy and Connection - ISSM

The International Society for Sexual Medicine (ISSM) is established to promote research and exchange of knowledge in the field of human sexuality.

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In this episode, with Francesa Tripodi a sexologist, We delve into a pressing issue affecting many couples: Erectile Dysfunction (ED). We explore how ED, especially among men over 40, can strain relationships. Stress, ongoing issues, and underlying health conditions often contribute to this challenge, making it crucial to address.

We discuss the far-reaching impact on mental health, including anxiety, depression, and negative thoughts that affect not just men but also their partners...

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• ed; mental health; sexual desire; cvd
• Replies: 1
• Forum: Mental Health

Thread 'Sex toys, wearable devices, and appliances for sexual pleasure'

May 27, 2023

Wearable sex toys and devices are commonly used by women and men worldwide. In a 2008 representative study of more than 3,000 American women and men ages 18 to 60 found that about 53% of women and nearly half of the men reported lifetime solo or partnered vibrator or other sex toy use. In addition, 32.3% of women reported lifetime dildo use. Such products have become increasingly mainstream worldwide, in addition to being sold in adult bookstores and sex shops, also commonly sold in drug stores, large retail stores, through the Internet, and at in-home sex toy...

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• sexvtous; devices; sexual health
• Replies: 1
• Forum: Health & Wellness