Sexual Health

World HIV Day is an annual event to raise awareness about HIV and Aids but also to highlight and focus on the excellent work that has been done so far in managing and treating this condition. If you are concerned about HIV or other Sexually Transmitted Diseases then contact Pearl Chemist Group’s sexual health services in Wandsworth for fast, confidential and targeted advice.

What are the stages of HIV infection?
There are three stages of HIV infection however, the symptoms will vary in both type and severity from person to person.

• Stage 1 – following the initial infection, the person can experience a flu-like illness but not everyone will feel like this
• Stage 2 – after some reaction to the initial infection, many people will start to feel better and this may last for ten years or more and during this time, many peopl

At Pearl Chemist Group, we understand that illnesses and health conditions can affect you at different times in your life. Some people will be affected by a hernia and may look for hernia treatment to help alleviate symptoms. Our experienced staff can advise on alleviating the symptoms of a hernia, and when you should consider seeing a healthcare professional for further advice.

What is a Hernia?
A hernia is the abnormal movement of a tissue or organ through the wall of a cavity that usually contains it. This can result in an outpouching visible beneath the skin or can result in symptoms but no outward signs of the hernia. There are several types of hernia, all with different symptoms and requiring different management plans.

1. Inguinal and Femoral Hernias

This type of hernia occurs in the groin area and results from the bowel or other organ slipping from within the abdomen towards the groin. The hernia can become

STI testing is an important part of positive sexual health.  Whilst positive sexual health encompasses a number of points of health including good communication, freedom from coercion and abuse, and the ability to assert boundaries, STI testing is an important part of maintaining your sexual health.  Having or passing on STI's can result in destroying trust in your relationships as well as causing unnecessary health issues in yourself and others.  Some STI’s may not have immediate or obvious symptoms, so regular STI testing is something you absolutely need to engage in, especially if you are sexually active.  Chlamydia is one of the most prevalent STI’s in the UK and is often undetectable.  Pearl chemist group has sexual health services in Wandsworth

What is Chlamydia?
Chlamydia is a very common bacterial infection caused by the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis.  C. trachomatis is found in the

When you think of sexual health, you may think of STI’s (sexually transmitted infections) and birth control. Sexual health is much more than that!  It’s emotional health, safety, understanding yourself, being able to communicate and feeling safe in intimate relationships.  Pearl Chemist Group has sexual health services in Wandsworth that can assist you in addressing all of the characteristics of sexual health.

What are the characteristics of sexual health?
Sexual health includes the freedom from STI’s, dysfunction and sexual assault and coercion.  It also includes your self esteem, sense of attractiveness and sexual competence. When you are sexually healthy, you have a sense of your sexuality as a positive aspect of yourself that enhances all of your many dimensions and adds to your life.

Characteristics of se

Intimacy is timeless. Contrary to popular views on sexuality, older folks can and do engage in sex regularly. Seniors can enjoy a healthy and satisfying sexual life as much as younger people can. Here are a few tips for maintaining a healthy and active sex life as you age.

Generally
There are a few common problems that the elderly face that can affect their sex lives. Physical changes, in particular, can interfere with healthy sex life. Some people begin to experience pain as they age. Common pain medicines can help, but they sometimes interfere with sexual health. Discuss this with your doctor. Exercise will help with your general physical health and can make sex more enjoyable. Other lifestyle changes, such as cutting back on smoking and alcohol consumption, can improve your sexual experiences. A notable problem for older folks is STIs, sexually transmitted illnesses. The elderly tend to underestimate their risks for STIs, and thus the transmission and infection