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Currently, I have a condom stuck inside my vagina. Will my period be delayed until the condom comes out?
Posted August 25, 2020 under Ask Us.Thank you for your question. You have a couple of options. However, one thing is for sure don’t leave the condom in your vagina. Leaving the condom behind in your […]
Read more »My “friend with benefits” sent a picture of his used condom and my bra to his friends, while I was in bathroom. I feel kind of weird about it, but do I have a right to be mad?
Posted August 20, 2020 under Ask Us.We am so sorry to hear that you’re in this uncomfortable situation, but hopefully our response will help you sort this out a bit. A good place to start is […]
Read more »I have noticed new stretch marks on my butt and hips. Does that mean I’m going to grow bigger hips and butt in my 20s?
Posted August 17, 2020 under Ask Us.Thank you for your question. Stretch marks aka “tiger stripes” are a beautiful part of growing into an adult, it’s a normal party of puberty for most teens. That’s right […]
Read more »Are masks effective in preventing coronavirus transmission? Why?
Posted August 12, 2020 under Ask Us.Thanks for your question. Face masks serve two main purposes in preventing coronavirus transmission: They help protect you from getting infected with coronavirus. They help you protect others from getting […]
Read more »I am currently on implanted birth control (Nexplanon). I recently had oral sex with one of my partners. A few days later, I noticed thick brown discharge and went to my health care provider (HCP). My HCP put me on medications for a yeast infection. Then I had oral sex with another partner and I am noticing the same problem. Can I never have oral sex without getting an infection?
Posted August 6, 2020 under Ask Us.Thank you for your question. It’s a good idea to speak to your health care provider. Yeast infections are usually associated with itching and white thick discharge. Many women have irregular […]
Read more »When I went to my annual doctor appointment, my doctor asked me about stuff like how the school year went, how my classes were, if I liked remote schooling, how I communicated with my friends, where I volunteered, and such. Why did she ask me that?
Posted August 5, 2020 under Ask Us.Thanks for your question. When you go to your annual appointment, a lot of people expect to be asked questions about how they are physically feeling. For instance, you may […]
Read more »When I sit, even for a short period of time, I tend to have pins and needles in my legs to the point that I don’t feel my legs anymore. Sometimes it also happens to my arms and hands. What is this? Is there anything I can do to stop it?
Posted August 3, 2020 under Ask Us.Thanks for your question! Paresthesia is the unusual and unexpected burning or prickling sensation in the hands, feet, arms, and or legs, aka “pins and needles”. There are other causes such […]
Read more »What are birth control placebo pills?
Posted July 31, 2020 under Ask Us.Great question! There are many different types of birth control pills and pill packages. The most common pill package contains 21 active pills (those with hormones) and 7 placebo pills […]
Read more »I have a partner, but it seems they are drifting away. Is there anything I can do?
Posted July 28, 2020 under Ask Us.Thank you so much for your question. Relationships can be so hard, even when we’re not in a global pandemic! The world right now is under a lot of stress, […]
Read more »I have had trichotillomania for around 4-5 years and my mom wants to sign me up for a support group, but I kinda freak out when I talk in front of large groups even if it’s online and you can remain anonymous and not show your face. What should I do?
Posted July 23, 2020 under Ask Us.It is completely normal to be nervous about trying something new, especially when it involves sharing personal information with others. Most support groups are small, so it is unlikely that […]
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