Show Notes
In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik welcomes Dr. Rachel Rubin to explore the often-overlooked aspects of women's sexual health, including clitoral anatomy, clitoral adhesions, and the impact of hormones throughout the lifespan. The conversation covers essential topics such as sexual pain, the role of hormones during menopause, and why devices and open communication are vital for pleasurable sex. Listeners will come away with practical insights into understanding their own bodies, advocating for better healthcare, and normalizing conversations around sexual well-being.
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00:00:00 Introduction00:02:31 Why Couples Need Better Sexual Health Care00:05:29 The Clitoris and the Anatomy Most Doctors Never Learn00:06:56 Clitoral Adhesions, Pleasure, and Painful Missed Diagnoses00:12:33 How Menopause Changes the Labia and Genital Tissue00:22:32 Sex Education, Masturbation, Shame, and Communication00:29:30 Vaginal Hormones, Menopause, and Painful Sex00:43:16 The Vulvar Vestibule and Hidden Causes of Sexual Pain00:48:28 Birth Control, Hormones, and Sexual Function01:25:08 Sexual Health as a Biomarker of Overall Health01:28:41 Final Takeaways and Closing Reflections
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