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What can I do to limit my sexual urges?

Posted October 24, 2012 under Ask Us.

If you think you’re involved in risky sexual behavior because you have strong sexual urges, it might be helpful if you avoided things that trigger your sexual “urges” such as […]

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Is there any menstruation during pregnancy?

Posted October 17, 2012 under Ask Us.

When a woman becomes pregnant, she no longer has a period until after she gives birth. Spotting or light bleeding during early pregnancy can be due to implantation (when the […]

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I think I want to have sex, but how do I know if I’m ready?

Posted October 10, 2012 under Ask Us.

Deciding to have sex is a big deal. There are many things to consider before you make the decision, including your values, cultural and religious beliefs, and what you know […]

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Does female masturbation cause pimples?

Posted September 28, 2012 under Ask Us.

Definitely Not! Pimples or acne are NOT caused by masturbation. Pimples are caused by clogged pores or follicles that become filled with dead skin cells and oil (called sebum). Changes […]

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What is a fatty liver and how can it be treated?

Posted September 26, 2012 under Ask Us.

The liver is an organ that is made up of a small amount of fat. In teens, too much fat or a “fatty liver” is most often caused by being […]

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Is it normal to have bad smelly discharge if I haven’t had sex?

Posted September 19, 2012 under Ask Us.

No. After puberty, most girls will have a vaginal discharge which can be thick and sticky, especially during the middle of the cycle (when you ovulate discharge can be watery […]

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I’m having itching and peeling around my vagina? Should I be worried?

Posted September 12, 2012 under Ask Us.

There can be different reasons for itchiness of the area around a women’s vagina (vulva). The medical term for the symptoms is “vulvitis” if the itchiness is just on the […]

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I’ve been having a major growth spurt for almost 3 months and now I’m shooting up like a rocket! When will this end?

Posted September 5, 2012 under Ask Us.

It sounds like you’re definitely having a growth spurt. This usually happens the year before most girls get their first menstrual period. If you haven’t had your period yet you […]

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I have a terrible case of acne all over my back and face and I feel like hiding in a paper bag. What can I do?

Posted August 29, 2012 under Ask Us.

If you have acne and you’re a teen, you’re not alone. Most teens will have a breakout at some point during their teen years. Taking good care of your skin […]

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Are stretch marks on the hips, thighs, and breasts normal?

Posted August 22, 2012 under Ask Us.

Stretch marks on the hips, thighs, and breasts are very common and completely normal. They often appear during puberty, pregnancy, or with rapid weight gain. Stretch marks will usually fade […]

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