Entries by Miri Yeo

Let’s Size it UP: Truth behind penile enlargement

Penis size has always been something that men are preoccupied with. Most men think that bigger is better. It is also directly linked to their self-esteem and self-confidence. Some men get self-conscious when they’re in the changing room comparing themselves with other men who apparently have bigger penises.  Some even feel that if they are […]

DTAP Clinic Receives Sensitivity Training for Working with LGBT+ Patients

Singapore, date – Regional GP+ group DTAP Clinic recently attended its first sensitivity training on working with LGBT+ patients. The online training workshop was conducted by Oogachaga and the T Project, attended by more than 60 doctors, nurses and support staff from Singapore and Malaysia. The responses from the workshop participants were positive and encouraging.  […]

10 Things about HPV (Video)

HPV stands for human papillomavirus. HPV is usually harmless and goes away by itself, but some types can lead to cancer or genital warts.  Here are 10 things about HPV. 1. HPV is incredibly common. and It is estimated that 8 out of 10 people will get HPV at some point in their lifetime 2. […]

Detox Teas – Do They Work?

Detox teas are a controversial topic. For thousands of years, humans have been trying to rid their bodies of what they believe are toxins. Some historic “detox” practices include bloodletting, enemas, sweat lodges or saunas, fasting, and drinking herbal preparations. Some of these practices were even accepted as medical treatments before the advent of modern […]

Bagaimana jangkitan HPV dan masalah kesihatan yang disebabkan olehnya boleh dicegah?

Apakah itu human papillomavirus (HPV)? HPV adalah virus yang boleh menyebabkan penyakit kelamin (sexually transmitted disease, STD) dan adalah penyakit STD yang paling kerap berlaku di dunia. Jangkitan HPV dianggarkan berlaku di kalangan sekurang-kurangnya 80 peratus wanita dan lelaki yang telah bermula hubungan seks.   Apakah gejala atau simptom jangkitan HPV? Kebanyakan orang yang dijangkiti HPV […]

Chlamydia Conjunctivitis

Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacterium Chlamydia Trachomatis. It is one of the most common STIs worldwide, and likewise here in Singapore. According to the latest statistics provided by the Department of STI Control (DSC) Clinic, there were officially 2,719 newly diagnosed cases of Chlamydia reported in 2018. It is […]

Pain During Ejaculation

What does it feel like? Pain during ejaculation is also known as dysejaculation, odynorgasmia, post orgasmic pain, dysorgasmia or orgasmalgia. This can range from mild discomfort to severe pain and can occur during or after ejaculation. The usual sites of pain are the penis (along the shaft or at the tip), scrotum, perineal or perianal […]

Dysuria (Painful Urination)

What is Dysuria (Painful Urination)? Dysuria is the sensation of pain, burning, or discomfort on urination. The pain may be in the lower part of the abdomen, along the length of the penis in males or at the urethral opening in females. It is a symptom which can be due to many different conditions.  Causes […]

Vaginal Piercings

Female Genital Piercings What are some different types of genital piercings in females? Curious about genital piercings? While the location may seem unusual to some, people still do opt for genital piercings either to enhance sexual pleasure or for ornamental purposes.  “Vaginal” or “clitoral” piercings are actually misnomers; piercings are most commonly located around the […]