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“Impotence”
Definition: It is
characterized by the regular or repeated inability to obtain or maintain an
erection.
“Implantation”
Definition: The
embedding of the zygote in the inside wall of the uterus. Generally, define
as the start of pregnancy.
“Impregnation” Definition:
Fertilization; the process of a
sperm fertilizing an egg, or
ovum.
“Incest”
Definition: Sexual activity between members of the
same family.
“Induction
of Labor” Definition:
The process of starting or speeding up labor and delivery.
“Infanticide”
Definition: The
act of killing a newborn baby.
“Infertility” Definition:
The temporary inability to have child. If the condition is
permanent, it is called sterility.
“Inhibited Sexual Desire”
Definition: A type of sexual problem that causes a
person to feel a lack of sexual
arousal
even when sexual situations are available and appropriate. |
“Insemination” Definition:
The
ejaculation
of
semen
into the vagina.
Artificial
insemination is inserted into the partner’s
vagina or anus.
“Intercourse” Definition:
This is the sexual act during which the penis is inserted
into the partner’s vagina or anus.
“Intercrural
sex” Definition: A type of intercourse
variously regarded as penetrative and non-penetrative sex, in which one
partner places his penis between the other partner’s thighs (often with
lubrication), and force to create friction.
“Interstitial Cells” Definition:
These are cells located in the testes that secrete the male
hormone testosterone into the bloodstream.
“Intimacy”
Definition: The capacity to relate to another
person in an emotionally open equal and caring way. Not all intimate
relationships are sexual. However, intimacy is an important basis for a
fulfilling sexual relationship.
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