Could a chlamydia infection from years ago cause an abnormal Pap test now?
No. A chlamydia infection from years ago would not cause an abnormal Pap test now. Most often an abnormal Pap test is caused from HPV (human papillomavirus infection) which is […]
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I am sexually active and have not had my period for 4 months. I have taken a lot of pregnancy tests but they are negative. I have acne and dark hair everywhere. Also, one of my nipples is white and one is a dark color. Are these symptoms connected? If so what is it?
While pregnancy is definitely the most common reason to not have your period when you are sexually active, it is not the only thing that can cause your period to […]
Read moreCan I have potatoes if I am on the PCOS diet?
Of course! With PCOS, it is okay to have anything you want but what is important is to keep in mind the portion size and how often. Potatoes are carbohydrates […]
Read moreDealing with a Parent who Has an Alcohol Problem
Many adults drink socially with friends or enjoy a glass of wine with dinner, but drinking in moderation is different from suffering from alcoholism. If you are concerned that your […]
Read moreAutism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
/Perhaps you know someone at school or have a sibling or relative who has a diagnosis on the autism spectrum, or maybe you have been diagnosed with ASD (autism spectrum […]
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I want to go on the pill but don’t want my mom to know – what do I do?
In many, but not all states in the United States, your health care provider (HCP) can prescribe birth control pills without your parents’ knowledge. You can check whether this rule […]
Read moreI am almost 22 and I think my breasts are fully developed, but I am worried they are too small. Is there any type of injection or medicine that I can take that will increase my breast size?
The size of a woman’s breasts can vary from person to person and they can also change throughout a woman’s life. If you lose weight, your breasts may become smaller […]
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I think that I am depressed and I told my best friend, but I don’t know who else or how I should tell someone, or even what to do. Please help!!!!
If you think you’re depressed, it can be helpful to talk to a friend, but it’s also very important to talk with a parent or an adult with whom you […]
Read moreI’m 16 and my doctor sent me for a blood test to check for PCOS… I’m terrified and would just like to talk to someone who has PCOS and ask questions. Do you know of any way I can do this?
Yes! We have lots of information about PCOS which stands for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, a medical condition which causes symptoms that often include: irregular periods, acne, unwanted hair, and trouble […]
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