Center for Young Women's HealthWhy do I need to have surgery and medicine for my endo? Endometriosis can only be diagnosed by laparoscopy. At the time of a laparoscopy, great care is taken to … read more
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Endometriosis: General Information
What is endometriosis? Endometriosis, pronounced, “end–o–me–tree–o–sis” can affect girls of all ages. It is an inflammatory condition that occurs when tissue similar to the inside lining of the uterus is … read more
How can I get rid of the stretch marks on my thighs?
Stretch marks are fine lines that look purplish or reddish when they first appear. These marks tend to show up when a person grows or gains weight very quickly. Stretch … read more
Gambling
Gambling involves betting money (or other valuables) for the chance to win money or other things. Some gambling activities (such as darts or pool) require skill, where other activities are … read more
Bipolar Disorder
Everyone has ups and downs in their mood or feelings of “moodiness” once in a while. When these ups and downs involve extreme emotions and begin to interfere with normal … read more
I’m on birth control pills and my boyfriend and I use condoms. Recently while we were having sex, the condom broke. I forgot to take my Pill that night, could I still get pregnant?
There is a slight chance you could be pregnant. You should always take a forgotten birth control pill as soon as you remember. If you miss 1 birth control pill, … read more
How do you tell your parents that you’re pregnant?
If you’re pregnant, it’s important for you to get health care as soon as possible so you can learn about your options. It’s best to get support from your parent(s), … read more
MRKH: Planning Ahead to Become a Parent, or Not
Planning to start a family is a big decision regardless of whether or not a woman has MRKH. Becoming a parent is right for some people and not for others. … read more
MRKH: Your Feelings About MRKH
It’s likely that your feelings about MRKH will change as you become older and more mature. At first, many young women report that they can think of nothing else much … read more
MRKH: Commonly Asked Questions
If I don’t have a cervix, do I need a yearly Pap test? A pap test is performed in patients with a cervix. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists … read more