Mariette Snyman

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How can the Corona pandemic influence sexual function?

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Sexual health expert dr. Jireh Serfontein assures us that it is normal when we find our sexual relationships affected by the pandemic; what this can involve, and what to do to keep safe - and still feel connected.

Sensitive content: Please note that this episode contains a candid discussion of sexual practices and is intended for adult listeners.

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Dr. Jireh Serfontein

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In episode 4 of the podcast series Calm, Clear and Helpful, Jireh touches on:

  • Arousal and other aspects of sexual function

  • How sexual frequency has been influenced by the pandemic

  • What to do if your partner is a front-line worker

  •  Whether mouth to mouth contact can transmit the virus

    her 3 best tips on dealing with the Corona pandemic.


Vind uit hoe Jireh oor haar werk voel en watter kwessies sy daagliks in haar spreekkamer teëkom.

Jireh talks about premature ejaculation, a distressing condition which is, in fact, easy to treat.

If erectile dysfunction happens to be a problem in the bedroom, this is why it requires immediate attention.

Also listen to Jireh’s advice on managing sexually transmitted infections, including the stigma, shame and “STI phobia”.

Read Jireh’s advice on the best contraceptive choice for individual women.

Jireh explains what to do when a woman experiences pain during sexual intercourse.

Contact detail:

Dr. Jireh Serfontein is a general practitioner, sexologist and clinical head of My Sexual Health Pretoria.

Tel: 012 816 8240

Email: admin@mysexualhealth.co.za

Websites: https://mysexualhealth.co.za/ and http://drjirehserfontein.co.za/

If erectile dysfunction happens to be a problem in the bedroom, this is why it requires immediate attention.


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Photograph of dr. Serfontein: supplied