146. Your Partner’s Solution to Painful Sex

146. Your Partner’s Solution to Painful Sex

Author: Sexologist Melissa Hadley Barrett August 16, 2023 Duration: 20:47
Hear it from Sarah and her THERMIVa experience    If your partner is experiencing painful sex even while using a lubricant, THERMIva might be the answer.    Our guest today, Sarah, was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 36. Part of her treatment required her to be put into menopause early… that means hot flushes that come on hard and fast, loss of hair, and being dry down there.       So, four months into her treatment, Sarah started to notice pain while having sex. So painful that not even a long shower can relieve it.       A chance encounter with Kendall introduced her to THERMIVA. With this treatment, Sarah says that from 8/10 pain during sex, it’s now ZERO.    This treatment is not just for breast cancer survivors it is for all women with this issue. A non-hormonal option to treat vaginal atrophy, dryness and discomfort.      Summary (Outline only)   Some of the topics that were discussed in the episode are:    Getting diagnosed with cancer at 36  Why was Sarah put into menopause as part of her treatment  Painful sex during treatment and why  THERMIVa treatment; the procedure from start to finish  What a person would feel while undergoing THERMIVa  Effects of THERMIVa on Sarah’s sex life     Resources  https://rshealth.com.au/thermiva/  Book you or your partner’s THERMIVa session today. Contact admin@rshealth.com.au     ---------- Websites: https://melissahadleybarrett.com   Men’s health only https://rshealth.com.au/  All genders http://www.menshealthphysiotherapy.com.au/ http://prost.com.au/   Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/p/Melissa-Hadley-Barrett-100085237672685/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085146627814   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissahadleybarrett/ https://www.instagram.com/restorativehealth.clinic/ TikTok: @melissahadleybarrett YouTube: Melissa Hadley BarrettLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-hadley-barrett/   

For anyone who’s ever felt alone or confused about a sexual health issue, The Penis Project Podcast: Breaking Taboos in Men’s Sexual Health provides a rare and essential space for honest dialogue. Hosted by Australian Nurse Practitioner and Sexologist Melissa Hadley Barrett, this podcast emerged in 2020 from a collaboration with physiotherapist Jo Milios, born from a shared frustration with the silence and stigma surrounding men's bodies. The show has since grown into a substantial resource, with nearly 200 episodes and over 219,000 streams, reflecting its vital role. What you’ll hear here isn’t just theoretical; Melissa blends her clinical expertise with direct, anonymized conversations from her practice, often including the perspectives of patients and their partners. This approach transforms each episode into a nuanced exploration of real-life concerns-from erectile function and pelvic pain to intimacy and communication-topics that are routinely avoided yet universally impactful. The discussions are grounded in science but delivered with a relatable, compassionate tone that makes complex information accessible. Tuning into this podcast means joining a community where awkward questions are welcomed, evidence replaces myth, and personal stories illuminate the path to better health. It’s a practical guide for men and those who care about them, dismantling embarrassment one conversation at a time.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

The Penis Project Podcast: Breaking Taboos in Men’s Sexual Health
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