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I am 17 years old and underweight. My period is super irregular and I don’t know why. Could it be because I am underweight? Is there anything I can do to be healthier, will it help regulate my period?
Posted May 18, 2021 under Ask Us.Irregular periods can be super inconvenient and sometimes pretty frustrating. Pinpointing the main cause for irregular periods can also be challenge, since there can be many different causes. For starters, […]
Read more »There is a guy I would really like to have sex with, but I am afraid I will bleed after we have sex. I broke my own hymen and had bleeding afterwards. How do I know if this worked? I really don’t want to bleed while we have sex!
Posted May 13, 2021 under Ask Us.The hymen is a thin membrane that surrounds the opening of the vagina. Everyone’s hymen can be different, in thickness and or shape. The most common hymen shape is in […]
Read more »My pregnancy test was negative and I used protection, but my period is 9 days late. Should I be concerned?
Posted May 10, 2021 under Ask Us.Yes, it’s still possible to be pregnant even after a negative pregnancy test and successful protection use. When condoms are used 100% effectively, they provide 98% chance of protection against […]
Read more »I recently received both of my meningitis vaccines during my check-up before leaving for college. The nurse gave me one injection in my right arm and one injection in my left arm. How long do I have to wait before receiving my COVID vaccine?
Posted May 6, 2021 under Ask Us.Congratulations, on getting both of the meningitis vaccines and deciding to get the COVID vaccine, as both are super! For starters, the meningococcal vaccine helps protect teens against meningococcal bacteria […]
Read more »When I squeeze my left breast, there is discharge that is the color of honey. It’s painful and sticky. I’m currently on my period. What could this be?
Posted April 13, 2021 under Ask Us.Great question! Sometimes nipple discharge can get a bad rap, but it doesn’t always mean something is wrong. Young women can experience nipple discharge, even if they are not pregnant […]
Read more »When I was younger, I was touched inappropriately by a male friend. I didn’t remember or understand that his behavior was wrong until I was older. Is this considered sexual assault?
Posted April 6, 2021 under Ask Us.We are so grateful that you reached out with this question. We’re sure it took a lot of courage to bring this up and we want to help as best […]
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I was recently diagnosed with MRKH, but I wasn’t ready to seek help right away. Now I am ready to learn more about my diagnosis. Is there a website or physician registry that could help me locate a provider that specializes in MRKH?
Posted March 29, 2021 under Ask Us.Great question! Thank you for reaching out to us. MRKH (Mayer Rokitansky Kuster Hauser Syndrome) is a congenital (occurs during fetal development) problem that affects the female reproductive tract. Unfortunately, […]
Read more »I heard that soy, almond, and cow’s milk aren’t that great for people with PCOS. What type(s) of milk would you consider PCOS-friendly? Thanks in advance!
Posted March 26, 2021 under Ask Us.Actually, all three of these options, in moderation, are PCOS-friendly. While there has been some discussion on whether Carrageenan, a frequent additive in alternative milks, has been linked to inflammation […]
Read more »I am 26 years old and I’ve never been sexually active. Is this OK?
Posted March 24, 2021 under Ask Us.Yes! It doesn’t matter how old or young you are, it’s completely normal to not be sexually active. Sex is a huge deal – physically and emotionally. No one should […]
Read more »I know I need to drink more water… but every website says something different. How many ounces should I ACTUALLY be going for (minimum)?
Posted March 22, 2021 under Ask Us.It’s generally recommended that you drink 4-6 cups (around 32-64 ounces) of water daily. Everyone is different, the amount of water recommended for you might be different for someone else, […]
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