While sexual health checks can feel uncomfortable, awkward or embarrassing, they are important for maintaining your health and wellbeing, and are a normal part of your doctor’s job. Sexual health checks can involve tests for sexually transmitted infections (STI), as well as discussions around contraception, premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction, sex and porn addiction, and your rights in sexual relationships. Regular sexual health checks are recommended for all people who are (or planning to be) sexually active, but are especially important if you suspect an STI; if you’ve had unsafe sex (including vaginal, oral, and anal sex); if a condom broke or fell off during sex; if you or your partner have more than one sexual partner; if you have shared injecting equipment; or if you are beginning a new sexual relationship.