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When it comes to satisfying your partner's sexual desires, enthusiasm and a willingness to experiment will usually get you pretty far. But it also helps to constantly be brushing up on your core skill set, and if your partner happens to have a vulva, those skills should include knowing how to finger them.
And knowing what not to do is just as important as knowing what to do. "Remember that fingering someone's vagina isn't meant to look or feel like a jackhammering penis — unless your partner specifically asks for that! — so the fast in-and-out rigid finger thrusting we often stereotypically associate with fingering likely won't be the way to go," says Anne Hodder-Shipp, an American College of Sexologists (ACS)-certified sex educator. "Remember that your fingers have joints and can curl and bend."
Here, Hodder-Shipp and other experts share their 10 best tips for ensuring your next fingering — aka hand sex — session is a steamy hit.
It might seem rather basic, but Hodder-Shipp encourages anyone prepping to finger their partner to be sure their hands are clean, and their nails are trimmed and clean.
In fact, it might be fun for someone to exfoliate and moisturize their hands before playing with their partner, advises Jamila Dawson, LMFT , an interdisciplinary sex therapist.
If you have longer nails or a special manicure: Hodder-Shipp recommends taking a nitrile glove and putting a cotton ball at the tip of each finger, so when you wear it, the cotton creates a cushy barrier between the manicure and your partner's body.
Porn would have us believe that when it comes to any kind of penetration of the vagina, deeper is better, but that's not always the case. The majority of a vagina's nerves are located in the first one-third of the vaginal canal, points out Hodder-Shipp, so going super-deep isn't really necessary unless that's the sensation you would like.
"Lube is an absolute must during hand sex," points out Gigi Engle , ACS, a certified sex educator and author. "The fingers against a clitoris — or inside a vagina — require a barrier and some extra lubrication to not feel like sandpaper pushed up against your nether regions. Always generously lube up your partner's fingers and the clitoris before moving forward."
Dawson advises using a high quality water-based lube like Pjur or silicone-water-based hybrid like Fuck Water.
"Keep in mind that the vagina 'tents' and elongates when aroused," explains Hodder-Shipp. For that reason, you'll want to be sure your partner is especially aroused and receptive to penetration before inserting a finger — or anything else, for that matter.
One sexy move to try as you're working on getting your partner hot, bothered, and ready for more: "Cupping the vulva to let the heat of the hand transfer to the vulva can be very sensual," advises Dawson.
In general, it's ideal to go slow anytime you start a new sexual activity, says Hodder-Shipp. That way, you can see how it feels and get into the groove of it. Not to mention that, at times, fast movement in the vaginal area can feel uncomfortable, especially as you get started, she notes. All of that said, be sure to ease into penetration of any kind.
As you begin to ramp up the intensity of the act, Engle advises "definitely focusing" on the clitoris — especially the outer part at the top of the clitoris. "This organ is the only one in the entire human body whose purpose is pleasure," she notes. "It has 8,000 nerve endings in the external glans alone, which is double the nerve endings in the glans of the penis."
She continues, "Much like with oral sex, hand sex will most likely deliver an orgasm when your partner moves in a consistent motion over the glans clitoris ." However, unlike oral sex, you'll want to be a bit more gentle when you're using your fingers. "If you press down too hard, it can become uncomfortable," she says.
The giving partner should use their pointer and middle fingers to make clockwise circles around the clitoris, advises Engle. Then, they can try moving the fingers up and down, side to side, or in a figure eight.
If you're the receiving partner, listen to your body, and don't be afraid to ask for something else if it isn't working for you, she says.
Although the clit is often essential for reaching orgasm, you'll also want to stimulate the very front of the vaginal opening, as it's packed full of nerves, explains Engle.
"The bottom of the opening, called the fourchette, is an excellent place to tease and touch," she says. "Try pressing your fingers around the vaginal opening. Perhaps slip a finger inside. Don't stop there, touch and tease the labia. Perhaps you'd enjoy some gentle tugging. Your labia cover the internal legs of the clitoris. Try different things and see what works for your body."
"If you're the one doing the fingering, your partner is really the one in charge," says Hodder-Shipp. "Only they know how it feels and what adjustments they might need for it to feel pleasurable, so it's essential to be present and ready to receive feedback and pay attention to what your partner's voice and body language sound and look like."
Although some people make noises and will say exactly what they want — or don't — it's important to bear in mind that not everyone feels comfortable making vocal noises as they receive pleasure, says Hodder-Shipp. So while quiet isn't necessarily a bad sign, it's a sign to check in and ask things like, "how does that feel?", "do you like that?", or "want some more lube?"
And don't be nervous about switching things up in the moment in order to find your groove. Kristine D'Angelo , a clinical sexologist and certified sex coach, says, "While stimulating the clitoris, switch between using your fingertips, full length of your fingers, and even the palm of your hand," she recommends. "Ask your partner, 'More pressure or less pressure?' Some people need light pressure while others like a lot of pressure."
Though you might be looking for a go-to cadence that's guaranteed to leave your partner breathless, there is no one "best" rhythm to follow, notes Hodder-Shipp. "Every vagina responds to finger and hand simulation differently," she explains.
Still, once you find a rhythm that seems to be working — either because your partner is moaning and saying "yes, exactly like that" or their hips are lifting and moving along with the motion of your fingers — do not switch it up. "Keep that rhythm until your partner says they're done or orgasm happens," says Hodder-Shipp.
When it comes to penetrating your partner with more than one finger, D'Angelo recommends trying this variation: "Make a V with your index and middle finger," she advises. "Twist those fingers as if you're crossing your fingers for luck but keep both fingers fairly straight as they curl. Use your crossed fingers to penetrate the vagina, and begin to slowly twist your wrist creating a swirling effect."
If, as the receiving partner, anything hurts or feels uncomfortable or unpleasant, or it feels like your partner has to push their fingers inside, take a break or stop and do something that you enjoy better, advises Hodder-Shipp.
If you're the giving partner, keep communicating. As Engle notes, "Always remember that if you're not sure if something is working, simply ask: 'Does this feel good? I want to make sure what I'm doing feels good to you.'"
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Raynaud’s phenomenon is a condition in which the fingers turn different colors (white, blue and red) because of exposure to certain factors such as cold or stress. Other symptoms include pain and numbness in the fingers. Diagnosis and treatment are described.
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Raynaud’s phenomenon is a condition in which the fingers (and less often, the toes) turn different colors (white, blue and red) because of exposure to certain factors such as cold or stress. Patients may have discomfort or a “pins and needles” sensation when the fingers change color.
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There are two types of RP (primary and secondary):
Raynaud’s phenomenon in children and adolescents is caused by overly sensitive blood vessels in the fingers and toes that are more affected by cold and stress. These blood vessels “spasm” and constrict (narrow), which causes a decrease in blood flow and the changes in color.
The lack of blood flow often results in a pale, or white, discoloration of the fingers or toes. The digits can turn blue because less oxygen is being supplied to them, and eventually turn red when blood suddenly rushes back into the finger(s) after the episode is over.
In most patients, the fingers (or toes) suddenly become cold as the blood vessels narrow. The skin color changes noticeably and may become pale, or purple or blue.
Usually, an attack of RP begins in a single finger and then spreads to other fingers in both hands. The index, middle and ring fingers are most frequently involved, while the thumb is often not affected. An attack can cause discomfort, including a "pins and needles" feeling, aching, numbness, or clumsiness of the affected hand(s).
The feeling of true pain occurs more often in secondary RP and is caused by a prolonged loss of blood flow to the tissues. Blood vessels supplying the skin of the ears, nose, face, knees, and nipples can also be affected, and the skin in these areas may become pale or bluish after exposure to cold. Mottling (a bluish discoloration) of the skin of the arms and legs might also appear. Attacks affecting the toes are also common, although people tend to complain of these less often.
Symptoms of RP go away as the factor that caused them (cold or stress) is removed. When the person leaves the cold area and rewarms his or her body, normal blood flow resumes and the discoloration disappears after 15 to 20 minutes.
RP in children and adolescents is diagnosed based on a history and physical examination of the patient. Patients with primary Raynaud’s usually have a normal examination and blood work; those who have secondary Raynaud’s usually have an abnormal exam and/or blood work.
The doctor may use a technique called nailfold capillaroscopy to look at the blood vessels below the fingernails to help differentiate primary from secondary Raynaud’s.
RP in children and adolescents can be managed with lifestyle modifications and medications.
Lifestyle modifications involve keeping warm and avoiding the factors that can bring on RP. Most patients can control their symptoms with lifestyle modifications alone, which include the following:
There are several medications for treating RP. They act by dilating (widening) blood vessels to increase blood flow to the fingers and toes.
Blood pressure medications such as the calcium channel blockers amlodipine (Norvasc®, Twynsta®, Azor®, Prestalia®) and nifedipine (Adalat CC®, Procardia®, Adalat®), and angiotensin-receptor blockers are commonly used. For patients who have more severe symptoms or who have developed complications such as ulcers on the fingertips, other medications can be used, such as topical nitrate cream or sildenafil ( Revatio® , Viagra® ).
Complications of RP in children and adolescents include the following:
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Clubbing of the fingers, also described as hypertrophic osteoarthropathy (HOA), is an enlargement of the ends of the fingers accompanied by a downward sloping of the nails.
Clubbed fingers by themselves are not harmful, but since it can be a sign of lung cancer, among other diseases, it is important that your medical team identifies the cause and that you are treated for your underlying condition.
This article covers causes and symptoms of clubbed fingers and clubbed nails, along with how clubbed fingers are diagnosed and treated.
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Clubbing is also referred to as clubbed fingers, digital clubbing, watch-glass nails, drumstick fingers, Hippocratic fingers, Hippocratic nails.
Clubbed fingers, nails, or toes are typically a sign of severe disease, but not always.
Primary (idiopathic) clubbing is clubbing that occurs alone, without the presence of any underlying disease. Primary clubbed fingers, toes, and nails are a rare inherited trait—accounting for just 3% of all clubbing cases. 1
Secondary clubbing occurs as an effect of another health problem, such as lung cancer, heart disease, or cirrhosis of the liver. In fact, secondary clubbing is caused by lung cancer or lymphoma in approximately 80% of cases. 2
The most common cause of secondary finger clubbing is lung cancer, however, only 5% to 15% of people with lung cancer develop clubbed fingers. Primary finger clubbing is far more rare. 2
Clubbing can involve your fingers and/or toes. It is typically bilateral (affecting both hands and/or feet) and it should be equal in terms of its extent on both sides.
If you or your child has primary HOA , then your fingers or toes may naturally appear large, bulging, and rounded. This will be noticeable during childhood or during the teenage years, and it will not change much over time. With primary HOA, other family members are also likely to have finger clubbing and/or toe clubbing. 3
Secondary clubbing happens gradually, and it causes a change in the appearance of your fingers and/or toes. With secondary clubbing, which is caused by disease, you would also have other features that are not seen in primary clubbing.
Features of secondary clubbing include:
Eventually, the nail and skin around the nail may become shiny, and the nail develops ridging. 3
Clubbed fingers or clubbed nails by themselves are usually painless, and many people with clubbed digits are unaware of the issue. Painful clubbing may occur in some people with certain conditions that cause scarring in the lungs. 4
Primary clubbing is hereditary, and it is passed down via genes. Hereditary clubbing is simply a physical feature, like the color of your eyes or your height. Several genes have been associated with primary clubbing, including the HPGD gene and the SLCO2A1 gene. 5
Secondary clubbing occurs as one of the effects of chronic lung and heart disease. Lung cancer is the most common cause of clubbing. This sign is also associated with a number of other chronic illnesses, including conditions that involve the thyroid gland or the digestive system. 3
There are a number of health risk factors associated with secondary clubbing, including: 6
People with HIV have a much higher risk of developing chronic lung disease and lung infections, which can inevitably lead to clubbed fingers. 2
The medical conditions that can cause clubbing are generally associated with decreased oxygen levels . Experts suggest that clubbing occurs as your body undergoes changes in response to low oxygen.
Several processes affect the nail beds in secondary clubbing. The nail enlargement occurs due to the growth of excess soft tissue beneath the nail beds. The enlargement is associated with inflammation and a proliferation of small blood vessels in the nail beds. 3
A protein called vascular endothelial growth factor stimulates the growth of blood vessels, and this protein is considered a major factor in the physical changes that occur in clubbing. 7
Clubbing can be subtle, so it m
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