Finding the Clit and Breaking Barriers: Reclaiming Women's Sexual Health with Dr. Jessica Yih

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Ep 624: Breaking down barriers to Women's Sexual Health with Dr. Jessica Yih, MD, a urologist aka drsexandsperm on social media who is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Urology, Director of Women's Sexual Health and Male Infertility at the University of California, Irvine. She shares all her insights about the clitoris, female sexuality, and the new direction medicine is taking in finally paying more attention to women's sexual organs, pleasure, anatomy, function, and illness. 

Summary: Discover the Hidden Power of the Clitoris and a Revolutionary Look at Women's Sexual Health

Join Dr. Jessica Yih (aka drsexandsperm on social media), a pioneering urologist, as she unveils groundbreaking insights about female sexual health and anatomy. Did you know the clitoris contains an astounding 10,000 nerve endings and is much larger than commonly believed? This eye-opening episode challenges traditional perspectives and breaks down barriers in women's sexual health education.

Dr. Yih shares her personal journey in the male-dominated field of urology and discusses how limited medical training on women's sexual health inspired her to become an advocate for change. The conversation explores crucial topics including:

- The complex anatomy and size of the clitoris
- Breaking down shame and cultural taboos
- Understanding sexual health across different life stages
- The impact of hormonal changes on sexual wellness

- Barriers in testosterone therapy for women and the potentially harmful impacts of the oral contraceptive pill in damaging a woman's ability to have pleasure with sex

This frank and informative discussion illuminates the importance of self-discovery and understanding your body without shame. Whether you're curious about your own anatomy or seeking to enhance your sexual wellbeing, this episode offers valuable insights that could transform your perspective on female sexuality.

Ready to revolutionize your understanding of women's sexual health? 

Timeline:

00:01:57 - Women's Sexual Health Awareness
00:05:21 - Understanding the Clitoris Anatomy
00:10:45 - Anatomy and Arousal
00:17:31 - Exploring Sensuality and Orgasms
00:21:16 - Understanding Sexual Health and Pleasure
00:23:22 - Impact of Aging on Sexuality
00:27:27 - Understanding Women's Hormonal Changes & Hormone Therapy Autonomy
00:35:06 - Hormone Therapy Benefits for Women
00:38:52 - Understanding Vestibule Pain and Testosterone
00:42:01 - Understanding Hormonal Vestibulodynia
00:44:46 - Impact of Oral Contraceptives on Health
00:47:35 - Testosterone Therapy and Patient Advocacy
00:52:55 - Advocating for Sexual Health Awareness
00:55:28 - Exploring Sexual Trauma Healing

Key Takeaways

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• There is a significant lack of education about female anatomy, particularly the clitoris, which contributes to societal sha

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