National Library of Medicine.However, we do know it’smore likely to occurin women than it is in men.
Let them show you the way.
What you discover on your own can make a world of difference in how you approach partnered sex.
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“When people understand their individual requirements for desire… they have more access to pleasure and connection.”
Not a lingerie person?
The old standby trick of dimming the lights works, too.
Pick a private place to sit down, and make eye contact.
“It fosters empathy,” she explains.
Richmond suggests starting with the fact that you have a skin condition that’snot contagiousto ease any concerns up front.
From there, she says you might cover anything you feel comfortable disclosing within your personal boundaries.
Then give them the floor.
“Say, ‘Are there any questions you have?’
That can keep them out of a position of defensiveness,” she insists.
And if their reaction isn’t what you had hoped for?
Give them a little space to process, and give yourself some space, as well.
Even if you need some time, don’t let this be a reason to forego intimacy altogether.
The nonprofitHope for HSis one such place where people gather virtually to chat about their experiences.
It’s about feeling empowered.
“When your body feels out of control, that’s a really unsexy feeling,” she says.
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