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What is that sticky stuff coming out of my vagina?

Posted March 9, 2011 under Ask Us.

It’s great that you are aware of the type of vaginal discharge you have! This way you can be alert for any changes. As far as the sticky stuff coming […]

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I have leaking breasts. Should I worry or see a health care provider?

Posted December 14, 2011 under Ask Us.

Yes. Although it’s not an emergency, you should make an appointment to see your health care provider any time you have any kind of breast discharge. A discharge from your […]

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My vagina has a funny fishy smell. What is it?

Posted March 12, 2014 under Ask Us.

It’s possible that you have bacterial vaginosis. However, you should make an appointment with your health care provider and get checked. Bacterial vaginosis is a type of vaginal infection. Women […]

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I got fingered and afterwards there was a lot of blood. I later realized there is a cut inside my vagina. It burns when I pee and I’m too scared to talk to an adult. How do I make it heal faster?

Posted June 4, 2019 under Ask Us.

Thank you for your question. The cut is likely due to a tear caused by your partner’s fingernail. This type of injury is common with sexual activity such as with […]

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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, […]

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I’ve had acne since the 4th grade and it started to get better but now I’m in 8th grade and I’m getting more on my face, back, and chest. What do I do?

Posted October 28, 2015 under Ask Us.

Acne (also known as “pimples”) is very common among teenagers, young adults and even older adults. Just about every teen will have a breakout at some point. Having to deal […]

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How do you get birth control without your family knowing?

Posted January 15, 2020 under Ask Us.

Birth control options are easily available in some countries and many states in the U.S., but not in others. In some communities, birth control pills  may even be sold over-the-counter […]

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I was told I have a longitudinal (vertical) vaginal septum – What IS this?

Posted May 4, 2011 under Ask Us.

A vaginal septum (pronounced vaj-i-null sep-tum) is when the vagina is divided into two sections. In the case of a “longitudinal septum”, the sections are vertical (up and down) creating […]

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What should I do if I have thyroid problem?

Posted May 15, 2013 under Ask Us.

If you have a thyroid problem, your thyroid (gland) is not making enough of the thyroid hormone (underactive) or it’s making too much (overactive). The name for the underactive thyroid […]

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All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your health care provider.

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