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Can yeast infections be passed on from a woman to a man during sex?

Posted November 28, 2012 under Ask Us.

Guys can get yeast infections, but almost never from their female partner. Instead, a guy may get a red rash from yeast on the penis (called balanitis) because he’s been […]

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If someone had crabs, does that mean they had an STI?

Posted November 21, 2012 under Ask Us.

Yes. Pubic lice, also known as “crabs” are often spread during sexual activity, but can also be spread by coming in contact with infected sheets, towels, blankets, or clothes. Pubic […]

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What are the symptoms of a period?

Posted November 14, 2012 under Ask Us.

The symptoms of a period are different for everyone. Some women have cramps in the lower part of their belly, while others never feel any discomfort at all. Many women […]

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How do you figure out how many calories you burn off with certain activities?

Posted November 7, 2012 under Ask Us.

Perhaps you’ve heard that you need to burn off more calories than you consume in a day in order to lose weight – but how do you know what activity […]

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How do I tell my mom that I got my period?

Posted October 31, 2012 under Ask Us.

You may be nervous or excited about having your first period. Hopefully you’ve talked to your mom, aunt, older sister or another relative before it started so you know what […]

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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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