The effects of the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway on the in vitro differentiation of rat BMSCs into leydig cells by Pengyu Yan, Yaxiong Guo, Shoaib Muhammad, Jinxiong Zhu, Yuxiang Liu, Chun Liu

“…Abstract Late-onset hypogonadism (LOH) refers to sexual and non-sexual symptoms in men caused by age-related decreases in circulating testosterone. …”
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The association between violence victimization and subsequent unplanned pregnancy among adolescent girls in Uganda: Do primary schools make a difference? by Katherine G Merrill, Louise Knight, Janet Nakuti, Angel Mirembe, Elizabeth Allen, Amiya Bhatia, Jenny Parkes, Dipak Naker, Karen M Devries

“…Our exposure was violence victimization, including any violence, type of violence (physical, emotional, sexual), perpetrator group (teacher, peer, family member), and polyvictimization. …”
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Estimates of disclosure and victimization rates for fishery observers in the maritime workplace by Lacey Jeroue, Lacey Jeroue, Craig Faunce, Andy Kingham, Jaclyn Smith

“…Estimated disclosure rates (victimized observers who reported annually via official statement) were lowest for sexual harassment (0.18; 95% CI 0.11-0.29); higher for intimidation, coercion and hostile work environments (0.37; 95% CI 0.28-0.47); and highest for assault (0.57; 95% CI 0.41-0.73). …”
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L-shaped association between dietary iron intake and HPV infection: a cross-sectional analysis based on national health and nutrition examination survey 2005–2016 by Xiaotong Chen, Haiwei Chen, Yuling Chen, Lixin Tang, Jiaqi Liu, Yu-Hua Ou

“…BackgroundHuman Papillomavirus (HPV) infection is a ubiquitous sexually transmitted infection globally, frequently associated with sexual behaviors characterized by increased frequency and multiple partnerships. …”
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“If that would have lessened my symptoms, that would have been great...”: a qualitative study about the acceptability of tecovirimat as treatment for mpox by Sara Paparini, Rosalie Hayes, Benjamin Weil, Will Nutland, Ismael Maatouk, Teodora Wi, Chloe M. Orkin, Rosamund Lewis

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Practices and knowledge of health personnel about transgenderity in Primary Health Care by Francisco Jean Gomes de Sousa, Edgar Amatuzzi, Andressa Teoli Nunciaroni, Jaime Alonso Caravaca-Morera, Claudia Regina Ribeiro, Adriana Lemos

“…Results: Professionals’ lack of knowledge about policies and terms was evidenced; there were conceptual confusions, inadequate associations, and a restricted approach to the prevention of sexually transmitted infections. Conclusions: The lack of training reflects a cisnormative and binary approach, compromising the assistance to the transgender population. …”
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Human cytomegalovirus (HCMV) trends in Sri Lanka: insights from a hospital-based seroprevalence analysis by Narapity Pathirannehalage Sunil-Chandra, Madawala Vithanage Madusha Lakmali Jayasundara, Maththe Gama Ralalage Shobha Sanjeewani Gunathilaka, Suduwa Dewage Himal Suminda

“…Abstract Background Human Cytomegalovirus (HCMV) spreads through direct contact with blood, and other body fluids such as urine, saliva and breast milk. It is transmitted sexually and can also be passed from a pregnant mother to fetus via the placenta. …”
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El ciberespacio pornográfico: una reflexión crítica, geográfica y feminista a partir del caso OnlyFans by Lydia Delicado-Moratalla, Samuel Ortiz-Pérez

“…En conclusión, el ciberespacio pornográfico, en rasgos generales, tiene como elemento intrínseco y fundamental la idea de complacer el deseo y la demanda sexual de otros mediante la representación ajustada al gusto construido desde la mirada masculina. …”
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Linear growth rate of vyrezub (Rutilus frisii Nordmann, 1840) in the Dnister River basin by V. Gurbyk, A. Mruk, L. Strembitskyi, A. Kucheruk

“…In the fourth and fifth years of life, there was a decrease in the linear growth rate, which was explained by the sexual maturation of males and females, as well as the period of the first spawning. …”
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Violencia, anticoncepción y embarazo no deseado. Mujeres indígenas en San Cristóbal de Las Casas, Chiapas by M. Georgina Rivas, Austreberta Nazar, Erin Jane Estrada, Emma Zapata, Ramón Mariaca

“…La sobrevaloración de los saberes masculinos, la expectativa de formar una unión como mandato social y como estrategia de sobrevivencia, así como la violencia que sufren las mujeres a lo largo de su ciclo de vida, condicionan su aceptación de relaciones sexuales con escasa protección anticonceptiva.…”
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A Content Analysis of TV Series/Shows Watched by The Secondary and High School Students in Turkey by Alev Üstündağ, Özcan Doğan

“…The content of ten television shows with the highest ratings and popularity among teenagers between 10-14 and 15-18 were examined in terms of physical development (psychomotor and sexual development), cognitive/perceptual development, social/emotional development, language development, and other developmental issues such as violence, consumer culture, role modeling, family structure, and values. …”
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Peyronie's Reconstruction for Maximum Length and Girth Gain: Geometrical Principles by Paulo H. Egydio, Salvatore Sansalone

“…Surgical reconstruction should be based on giving a functional penis, that is, rectifying the penis with rigidity enough to make the sexual intercourse. The procedure should be discussed preoperatively in terms of length and girth reconstruction in order to improve patient satisfaction. …”
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Incomplete divisions between sister germline cells require Usp8 function by Mathieu, Juliette, Huynh, Jean-René

“…While abscission is typically complete across most cell types, germline cells, which produce sexual gametes, do not finish cytokinesis, maintaining connections between sister cells. …”
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New Concepts in the Diagnosis and Pathogenesis of Trichomonas vaginalis by Renuka Bhatt, Mary Abraham, Dino Petrin, Gary E Garber

“…Trichomonas vaginalis infection is the most commonly encountered sexually transmitted disease. There is a need for more accurate and rapid laboratory diagnostic methods, leading to better control and treatment strategies. …”
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Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation in Posttraumatic Masturbatory Syndrome by Arati Mahishale, Javiriya Mainuddin, Vikram Prabha

“…This sort of behavior further causes sexual dysfunction and pelvic floor dysfunction. A significant concern is the use of physiotherapy in traumatic masturbatory syndrome (TMS) to treat pelvic floor dysfunction. …”
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The naked truth about HIV and risk taking in Swedish prisons: A qualitative study. by Sigrid J A Lindbom, Markus Larsson, Anette Agardh

“…<h4>Results</h4>The findings revealed that risky behavioral practices, such as sharing needles, unprotected sexual activity, and lack of openness about HIV status represented potential health threats with regard to the risk of HIV transmission.…”
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Testosterone Deficiency, Cardiac Health, and Older Men by G. Hackett, M. Kirby, A. J. Sinclair

“…Low levels of testosterone are manifested by erectile dysfunction, reduced sexual desire, and loss of morning erections with increasing numbers of men are being diagnosed and require treatment. …”
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Neil Gaiman’s Use of Antiquity in Television Series: American Gods and Calliope by Elżbieta Olechowska, Marta Pszczolińska

“…The Sand­man, on the other hand, in its television version, and specifically, in its first season finale episode Calliope, under discussion here, is much less graphic in the scenes of sexual abuse leaving the more drastic images to the imagination of the viewers but at the same time achieving an even more expressive empathy toward the suffering victim and a severe condemnation of the committed outrage. …”
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Perceived Social Support in Transgender People: A Comparative Study with Cisgender People by Nuria Vázquez, María Fernández, Elena García Vega, Patricia Guerra

“…The minority stress theory points out the importance of social support for the stress of sexual or gender minorities. This study aims to explore social support and its dimensions in this population. …”
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Recurrent Huge Left Bartholin’s Gland Abscess for One Year in a Teenager by Athanase Lilungulu, Bonaventura C. T. Mpondo, Abdallah Mlwati, Dismas Matovelo, Albert Kihunrwa, Balthazar Gumodoka

“…It is more common in women who are at risk of acquiring sexually transmitted infections; however, other causes of infection should be investigated to exclude other causes of disease. …”
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