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For the past few month I’ve been doing a diet, but now I can’t stop losing weight, even when I feel like I’ve eaten too much. How can I maintain my weight?
Posted December 2, 2020 under Ask Us.This might be happening for different reasons. It’s possible that previously eating less has caused you to feel full more quickly or that your body is no longer absorbing nutrients […]
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I just read your guide on HIV Testing and it mentions, “A reactive result is considered a preliminary positive, and means that HIV antibodies were found.” So what does it mean if the second test is negative?
Posted December 1, 2020 under Ask Us.Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system. If HIV isn’t treated it can progress into acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). However, with early testing and […]
Read more »I have taken two pregnancy tests and they both came back positive. I am a virgin! How is this possible? I don’t know how to tell my parents, help!
Posted November 27, 2020 under Ask Us.There isn’t a medical definition of a “virgin” or virginity. The term is used differently by different people and may relate to cultural or religious beliefs or the meaning of […]
Read more »I have heard from a few people that the herbal supplement mugwort interferes with birth control or makes it less effective. I tried looking it up, but I couldn’t find anything. Is this true?
Posted November 23, 2020 under Ask Us.Mugwort grows in the form of a weed and is considered to be an herbal supplement. Some people may use mugwort for cooking, but it has also been recommended as […]
Read more »Is it normal to feel ashamed after masturbating? I tried to finger myself and it really hurt. When I pulled out my hands, there was a lot of blood. Did I hurt myself? I feel very ashamed.
Posted November 11, 2020 under Ask Us.First, what is masturbation? Masturbation is when a person touches or rubs their genitals. It’s completely normal for both men and women to masturbate. There is a stigma around masturbation, […]
Read more »It’s now autumn, and I always feel sorrowful and morose during this season. Plus now, with the coronavirus I feel even more depressed. What can I do in order to cheer me up?
Posted November 9, 2020 under Ask Us.Thank you so much for your question, you’re certainly not alone in feeling this way right now. When the weather changes in fall and winter, it’s not uncommon for people […]
Read more »Is it normal to have pelvic pain after a pap smear (test)? I recently had my pap smear and I am experiencing pain similar to my period cramps.
Posted November 9, 2020 under Ask Us.Great question, thank you! A pelvic exam is the way your health care provider (HCP) examines your female organs and checks for any gynecological problems. A pap test (smear) are […]
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I’ve lost weight for the past 10 months but my family tells me that I’m too thin now. My BMI is 18. I know that I eat less than 1000kcal a day. But just seeing my plate full is making me sick. Should I be concerned about having an eating disorder?
Posted November 5, 2020 under Ask Us.Regardless of your BMI, eating less than 1000 kcal/day is not healthy for anyone. The minimum calories per day for a 20-year old female would be 1400 kcal/day, and even […]
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I am soy intolerant. Normally I like finding a new food I can eat, but recently all I notice is that it isn’t the brand of food everyone else eats. I just want to eat normal food. Do I have a mental problem about my intolerance?
Posted November 2, 2020 under Ask Us.Paying attention to your food intolerance should not be a cause for concern. It will likely always be tough not to be able to eat the same foods as everyone […]
Read more »Is it normal to weigh 95 pounds (43 kilograms) at 17 years old?
Posted October 29, 2020 under Ask Us.Weight is like any other personal feature- it’s different for every individual. There is no “normal” that fits everyone! Rather, it’s important to understand what’s normal for you. There are […]
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