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So I’m 14 years old and have never used tampons! I looked at the video on the site and tried it. However, when I insert the plastic (even before I put the tampon in) it starts stinging really bad!! I’ve tried washing my hands, making sure I’m holding the tampon correctly, and a ton of other stuff. I’m going to the pool in 2 days. Help!!!
Posted August 24, 2015 under Ask Us.It sounds like you are doing everything right yet it’s not typical to feel a “sting” when you insert a tampon. The “sting” is most likely from irritation of the […]
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I took the Quiz on your page to find out if I have endometriosis and it came back that I have “one or more of the symptoms that can be caused by problems such as endometriosis, irritable bowel syndrome, or lactose intolerance, or a sexually transmitted infection (STI).” I have no idea what to do because I’m on vacation right now. Can you help?
Posted August 20, 2015 under Ask Us.The first thing you should do is tell a parent or guardian that you have been having painful periods/and or pain. Mention that you took a quiz about pelvic pain and […]
Read more »My bf and I broke up recently. He has a new girlfriend now but I am still so in love with him. I told him how I felt and he said he still loved me but he wanted to be with his girlfriend and since has been asking me for relationship advice. I feel so heartbroken and disrespected but I don’t know what to do.
Posted August 17, 2015 under Ask Us.Break ups are tough, and feeling upset for a period of time afterwards is normal. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do—other than just giving it time—to help […]
Read more »I spend a lot of time texting with my friends. Is it possible to be addicted to texting?
Posted August 13, 2015 under Ask Us.Texting is a great way to keep in touch with friends and family, but since it is a less intimate form of communication, there can be drawbacks. You may feel […]
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How do I increase my metabolism? Are there any specific foods or drinks or something like that?
Posted August 11, 2015 under Ask Us.While there are plenty of products out there that are marketed as “metabolism boosters” there is no safe, magic, quick way to increase your metabolism. However, there are certain healthy habits that […]
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I am still on my period and it has been two weeks. Is that normal?
Posted August 7, 2015 under Ask Us.No. Normal menstrual periods last 3 to 7 days. Longer than normal periods can occur because of stress, a hormone imbalance, pregnancy, infection, a thyroid condition, and other causes. You should […]
Read more »I keep getting urinary tract infections after I have sex with my boyfriend. I’ve tried drinking a lot of liquids but that doesn’t help. Is there anything I can do to stop the pain?
Posted August 3, 2015 under Ask Us.Urinary tract infections (UTI’s) are more common in girls who are sexually active. That’s because the urethra (the tube where the urine comes out of) is very close to the […]
Read more »I accidently took the third week Sunday (birth control) pill instead of the second week Sunday (birth control pill). What should I do?
Posted July 24, 2015 under Ask Us.If all of the pills in the first three weeks of your pill pack are the same color, you don’t have to worry because they all contain the same amount […]
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Can antibiotics stop the 3 year implant from functioning?
Posted July 21, 2015 under Ask Us.Most antibiotics are completely safe to take if you have a hormonal implant, and do not interfere with preventing pregnancy. The only exception is an antibiotic used to treat tuberculosis […]
Read more »I’m 15 years old and I don’t see any development in my breasts. Should I go to the doctor?
Posted July 17, 2015 under Ask Us.The timing of physical changes during puberty in both boys and girls can vary quite a bit and still be normal. However, almost all girls will notice that their breasts […]
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