Sex Ed with DB: smart, science-backed sex education Painful Sex and Getting Answers at the Gynecologist with Dr. Karen Tang
Jul 17, 2024
Dr. Karen Tang, a board-certified gynecologist and author of "It's Not Hysteria," sheds light on crucial issues in gynecological health. She offers practical advice on self-advocacy and emphasizes that pain during sex is never normal. The conversation touches on the impact of social media on health awareness, the challenges women face in healthcare, and the troubling ‘trad wives’ trend. Dr. Tang advocates for equitable sharing of household responsibilities and the importance of pleasure in intimate relationships.
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Pain During Sex Is Not Normal
- Pain during sex is never normal and should not be tolerated as a norm.
- It may signal issues like endometriosis, insufficient lubrication, or other medical concerns needing attention.
Sex Ed Should Include Pleasure
- Sexual health education often ignores pleasure, focusing mainly on risks and reproduction.
- Including pleasure and orgasm knowledge would better prepare people for healthy sexual experiences.
Systemic Neglect of Women's Health
- Women’s health issues are underfunded and stigmatized as not serious medicine.
- Painful conditions are often normalized, causing years of suffering before diagnosis.