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What does white discharge mean?

It’s normal to have a white odorless vaginal discharge any time during your menstrual cycle. It may be more noticeable at different times of the month, such as around ovulation […]

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LGBTQ: Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity: Mental Health and Resources

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Adolescence can be an exciting but also a challenging time, since it is a period when bodies change, schoolwork is more difficult, and friends and families might not understand your […]

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LGBTQ: Sexual Orientation

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What is sexual orientation? Sexual orientation refers to the type of sexual and romantic feelings for other people. These people can be of the same gender, a different gender, or […]

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How can I convince my parents that being a vegetarian is healthy?

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How can I convince my parent(s) that being a vegetarian is healthy – that I don’t have to eat meat to get enough protein? Following a balanced vegetarian diet can […]

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I haven’t had my period in 4 months and I’m not sexually active. What’s up with that?

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There can be different reasons why a teen doesn’t get her period. The most common reasons are weight change (especially weight loss), bulimia (vomiting to control weight), over exercising, stress, […]

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Amenorrea

La amenorrea significa ausencia o ningún periodo menstrual. Si aún no ha tenido su período o ha perdido algunos períodos, probablemente se esté preguntando qué está pasando con su cuerpo. […]

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Do I have to take the tampon out every time I go to the bathroom?

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No, you don’t have to remove the tampon every time you urinate (pee) or defecate (poop). Urine (pee) and feces come out of different holes. Take the tampon out only […]

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I’m a boy who wants to be a girl. What do I do?

It’s not uncommon for youth and teens to wonder about their gender identity at some point or another. Many people, in fact, view themselves ‘somewhere on the continuum’ between male […]

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Should I shave my pubic hair?

Shaving pubic hair is a personal preference. It’s not something that you have to do. In fact, there are no health benefits to shaving. However, if you do decide to […]

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Is masturbation normal?

Masturbation is a completely normal and a natural way to learn about your body and find out what feels sexually satisfying. Most people agree that masturbation should be done in […]

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