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A Beginner’s Guide to Health Screening in Malaysia
With a wide range of health screening packages and medical checkups available today, you may feel unsure about which is right for you. Different screenings are recommended depending on age, gender, and health history…
The Ultimate Guide for STD Screening in Malaysia
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are more common than many realise. Not all STDs are necessarily symptomatic, making routine screening important even if you feel fine. Regular testing helps individuals detect…
Anonymous HIV Testing in Malaysia: All You Need to Know
Many people living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) may not realise they are infected. In Malaysia, data from the Ministry of Health shows that in 2021, 62% of newly diagnosed individuals had already progressed…
Understanding HPV: What Are the Risks of Human Papillomavirus? — Malaysia Patient Guide
Human papillomavirus (HPV) refers to a group of over 100 related viruses, many of which are spread through skin-to-skin contact. While some HPV types cause skin growth called warts, others may lead to cancer. Although…
Understanding PrEP & PEP: Key Tools in HIV Prevention — Malaysia Patient Guide
In efforts to prevent the spread of HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus), two medical strategies have been developed to protect individuals from infection: Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) and Post-Exposure Prophylaxis…
Understanding HPV Testing and Its Role in Cervical Cancer Prevention — Malaysia Patient Guide
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the most common viral infections affecting the reproductive tract. In some cases, HPV infections can be resolved on their own, but in others, they can lead to cervical cancer if…
Understanding Dyspareunia: A Closer Look at Painful Intercourse in Women — Malaysia Patient Guide
Pain due to sexual intercourse is a concern that many women experience but often hesitate to talk about. This condition, known as dyspareunia, refers to persistent or recurrent genital pain that occurs just before…
Understanding Fertility Screening: What Couples Need to Know — Malaysia Patient Guide
For some couples, the journey to parenthood doesn't unfold as quickly or easily as hoped. If you and your partner have been trying to conceive for a while without success, it's natural to feel uncertain about what to…
Vaginismus: What You Need To Know — Malaysia Patient Guide
Vaginismus is a relatively under-discussed but important condition that affects many women physically, emotionally, and sexually. It refers to the involuntary contraction of the pelvic floor muscles, particularly those…
Making Sexual Health Inclusive for the LGBT+ Community — Malaysia Patient Guide
In the advent of Pride this June, we look at the unique sexual health challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community and the steps we can take to alleviate it. After all, sexual health is for everyone, regardless of what…
Endometrial Sampling — Malaysia Patient Guide
Endometrial Sampling: What is it and why is it performed? The endometrium is the inner lining of the uterus. It is a highly specialized and dynamic tissue that changes in thickness and composition throughout the…
Does It Really Improve Your Sexual Performance Before Bringing You Any Consequences?
It probably is. After all, nothing is easier than to launch your favorite shopping app and key in health supplements and you are presented with a myriad of choices of health supplements purporting to cure or treat…