I have MRKH syndrome and have unprotected sex very frequently. Because I have no uterus (just ovaries), I don’t have to be worried about getting pregnant, right??
You are correct. You don’t have to worry about getting pregnant if you don’t have a uterus however, if you are having unprotected intercourse, you are at risk for many […]
Read moreMy friend told me that if you sleep in a bra then your chances of breast cancer increase. Is this true?
This is NOT true. There is no scientific evidence that says that your risk for breast cancer is higher if you sleep with your bra on. Some woman may choose […]
Read moreIs sleeping during the day bad for my health?
If you are in school and feel sleepy when you get home, it’s best to have a healthy snack and start on your homework rather than take a nap. It’s […]
Read moreI have bad pimples on my legs. Is this normal and how do I get rid of them?
Pimples on your legs can be caused from a variety of things. For example: you could be reacting to a certain kind of material that your pants or jeans are […]
Read moreEnterovirus D68 (EV-D68)
/What is enterovirus D68 (EV-D68)? Enterovirus D68, pronounced “enter-o-vy-rus” is one of a family of 100 enteroviruses that causes respiratory and other symptoms that can be mild to severe. Mild […]
Read moreMy periods are really heavy. I was wondering if there was something I could do to lessen the flow?
Talk with your doctor or health care provider if you think your periods are very heavy. It’s important to find out the cause (if possible) and get treated. The average female […]
Read moreI have pimples near my vagina…what’s happening?
If you shave your pubic hair, it’s entirely possible that the bumps that look like pimples could be caused from ingrown hairs. If this is the case, it’s best not […]
Read moreMy eight year old daughter found a small lump on her breast area and says it’s really sore. Is this normal for her age?
It’s common for girls to feel small lumps on their chest as their breasts are developing. Some girls will also complain of “tingling or aching” (in the chest area) as […]
Read moreWhat are wisdom teeth and how can I tell if I have them?
Wisdom teeth are the last molars to develop. They are located on each side of the jaw in the very back of your mouth. By the time you are between […]
Read moreMy period is 6 days late… Am I pregnant? I’m really scared. Please HELP!
Getting a pregnancy test would be the first thing to do to make sure. However, there can be other reasons why your period is late. Stress and anxiety can cause […]
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