How do you get birth control without your family knowing?
Birth control options are easily available in some countries and many states in the U.S., but not in others. In some communities, birth control pills may even be sold over-the-counter […]
Read moreI just tried putting in a tampon for the first time. I was able to insert it half way, but I couldn’t push it any further. Is it my hymen that is blocking it? Should I see my health care provider?
It’s totally normal to have a little trouble inserting a tampon for the first time, but selecting the right time, tampon size, and position, can make the whole process a […]
Read moreCystic Fibrosis: Trikafta
What is TrikaftaTM? Trikafta is a “triple-combination therapy” made of three different modulator drugs- tezacaftor, ivacaftor, and elexacaftor. Modulators work by helping to fix defective CFTR protein. Trikafta may be […]
Read moreHow Safe Is It… to wear a tampon to bed?
How Safe Is It……. to wear a tampon to bed? Answer: It is safe to wear a tampon to bed as long as you follow the directions on the product. […]
Read moreHow Safe is it… to NOT use a bicycle helmet when riding?
Kicking off our “How Safe Is It?” Feature Teens and parents often wonder how safe something is. We understand that with so much information in the media, it can be […]
Read moreI take melatonin every few weeks because sometimes I have trouble sleeping. Am I at risk for any side effects from being on the Pill?
Great question, thank you! Melatonin is a hormone that is naturally made by a gland in the body called the “pineal gland” (which helps us sleep). You can also buy […]
Read moreMy vagina is itchy, dry and it burns sometimes. I’m a virgin and masturbate so I’m wondering if I could have an STD?
Great question, thank you. It is unlikely that you have a sexually transmitted infection (STI) if you have not had sex. Sexually transmitted infections can only be shared by having […]
Read moreHow much clotting is normal during your period? I know that it is normal to have some clotting but I always have a ton.
Thanks for your question! You’re right. Some clotting is normal during a woman’s period; however, sometimes there may be a medical reason that a woman has large clots. During a […]
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Why do I get BV every other month? I was prescribed Metrogel and used it 5 days and it went away. Then I had sex with my bf last week and it came back the next day.
Thanks for your question about bacterial vaginosis (BV)! It can be very frustrating if you’ve taken all of your medication and followed the advice of your health care provider and […]
Read moreIs it possible to become pregnant if you have unprotected sex for just a few seconds and your partner doesn’t come (ejaculate)? My bf pulled out because we didn’t have protection.
Thank you for your question. Yes, it’s possible to become pregnant ANYTIME you have unprotected sex. Even though you only had intercourse for a few seconds and your bf did […]
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