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When shame prevents necessary sexual health communication

I want to talk to my doctor about sexual problems but I freeze up with embarrassment every time I try.

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More people experience this than they realize.

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Cultural taboos around sexuality can literally endanger health by creating barriers to medical honesty and care.

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“Where Are You with Sexual health — the physical dimension?”

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