Sexual Wellbeing
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Too often, we listen to the term Sexual Wellbeing. Particularly, the young generation perceives it as a stigma. This is the reason that sexual well-being is considered a negative term.

Sexual Wellbeing is a broad term that focuses on several functions. This includes unplanned pregnancies, sexually transmitted diseases, and even abusive relationships. The main focus of Sexual Wellbeing is to enjoy happy and safe sexual experiences. All of these practices must not harm anybody and must not include forceful coercion.

In summary, Sexual Wellbeing means that both partners enjoy safe sex by using contraception. This helps to avoid unwanted pregnancies as well as transmission of STIs.

Sexual dysfunctions are treated mainly by finding the underlying cause of the disorder. It can either be physiological or psychological. Few treatment options include:

• Therapeutic Medication: When the physician finds out that the sexual dysfunction is because of the side effect of another medication. Then they may decide on a different course of action. This can include prescribing substitute pills. 

• Mechanical Aids: Different aids help people with sexual dysfunction. These include vacuum devices. Another option of the penile implant also exists. Both of these options are exclusive to men. In cases of females, vibrators are very helpful.

• Sex Therapy: Professional sex therapists help people to enjoy their sexual experiences. These therapies also help people deal with their sexual deficiencies. 

• Behavior Therapy: Behavior treatments give an insight into the harmful behaviors that people may experience in their relationships. 

• Education and Awareness: Communication is the key to solving most sexual problems. People who are more open about their problems tend to solve their issues quickly. Have clear communication with your partner and remove the barriers in your sex life.

The counselors may recommend communication and behavioral treatments to address the main cause. Past trauma of the individuals is also addressed in case they may be interfering with sexual performance. 

There are two causes behind sexual problems or deficiencies. Clinicians divide it into physical and psychological causes. Let us discuss both of these in detail:

• Physical Causes: Several physical or medical conditions tend to cause issues with sexual functions. Some of the medical conditions include diabetes, and neurological disorders. Even hormonal balances tend to affect the sexual performance of an individual. Drug abuse and alcoholism are also factors that can affect the kidney and liver. Hence, all of these factors must be taken into consideration when finding out the cause. 

• Psychological Causes: Certain psychological disorders such as anxiety and stress can also affect sexual wellbeing. Some people bear too much work-related stress which can affect their performance. Performance anxiety is also another psychological factor that can cause sexual dysfunctions. 

The greatest obstacle to the pleasure of consummating love is the disease called erectile dysfunction. It is characterized by an inability to maintain an erection for the required period (i.e., satisfying sexual activity). The ailment affects many men worldwide and has a global prevalence of 3-76.5%.

The male penis has a lining of a single layer of endothelial cells (ECs). Multiple layers of longitudinal and circular cavernous smooth muscles surround the endothelial cell layer.

The best option is to discuss all of your issues with a healthcare professional. This will help you to figure out the best possible treatment options. It also helps to find the root cause of the issue. Selecting the treatment of sexual dysfunction is a personal choice. 

• Lifestyle Modifications: First and foremost, it is important to modify your lifestyle. This includes quitting smoking and stopping the consumption of alcohol. 

• Oral Treatments: These include taking medicines that may help treat sexual dysfunctions. Some of the most common medicines include Viagra, Levitra, Stendra, and many more. Most of these treatments help to increase blood flow to the penis.

• Injectables: After oral medications, injectables are also another option. This includes injecting the patient with alprostadil in the penis. This drug can also be inserted in the form of a suppository. 

• Surgical Alternatives: Surgery is the last resort for many men. Surgical alternatives insert permanent implants in the penis. Other surgeries help in rebuilding arteries and vessels. These surgeries help to increase blood flow to the penis. 

Stem Cells are the natural repair process of your body parts. SCs are present in our fat cells, and bone marrow cells, and in this case, we use Mesenchymal Stem Cells from donor cord blood. If you place the Stem Cells over the area of damage, then these cells can lead to the activation of new and healthy cells. This healing process is what our body needs. Stem Cell Therapy helps boost body repair mechanisms and introduces new Stem Cells.

Among the different therapeutic benefits imparted by Stem Cell Therapy, a boost in sexual performance is evident. On the other hand, men often experience erectile issues with growing age (over 40 years), decreasing sexual performance. 

What’s impressive about Stem Cells is that they just do not differentiate and convert into required cells at the injury site, but they also lead to the release of a cascade of growth factors. Thus, the capability of the stem cells in tissue regeneration allows the replacement of damaged cells with healthy cells, plus the growth factors enhance cellular differentiation. 

The onset and maintenance of erection involve the stimulation of the cavernous nerve that relaxes the cavernous muscles leading to the rushing of blood into the sinusoids of the penis. Therefore, key structures for an erection are ECs, and Cavernous smooth muscle cells (CSMCs). The immense proliferative and different properties of the raw cells allow them to turn into different tissues i.e., nerves (Schwann cells), smooth muscle, and endothelium.  

Therefore, Stem Cell Transplantation via an intracavernous (IC) injection into the penis can revert the effects of neurogenic erectile dysfunction. This can pave the way for a healthy sexual life.

The curing of erectile dysfunction requires the development and repair of muscular and nervous components.

Therefore, the most suited Stem Cells are taken from muscles, endothelium, and adipose tissue.

The famous Stem Cell Therapy also helps the body rejuvenate. The boost in energy provided by the therapy can come in handy in the bed.

By reversing the aging effects, Stem Cells can ameliorate sexual vigor, thereby improving sexual wellbeing.