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I recently had a pelvic exam and it wasn’t a pleasant experience. My OB-GYN didn’t talk to me or tell me what they were doing during the exam. Is this normal?
Posted January 18, 2022 under Ask Us.Great question, thank you for asking! Pelvic exams are an essential part in making sure your body is healthy, but that doesn’t mean they are easy. Thinking about a pelvic […]
Read more »How do I know if I have an imperforate hymen? I am really worried about it. I recently tried to have sex, but it was really painful, so we stopped. Help!
Posted January 11, 2022 under Ask Us.The hymen is a skin piece of skin that covers the opening of the vagina. Hymens can come in a lot of different shapes and thicknesses. Many are shaped like […]
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Lately my younger sister has been watching videos about self-harm and reading (even writing) stories involving suicide. She’s only 9 years old. Naturally my family is very concerned for her mental health. How do we help her?
Posted January 7, 2022 under Ask Us.Thanks so much for your question. It makes total sense that you and your family are concerned about your younger sister and want to support her! It is important to […]
Read more »I have a painful boil inside the lip of my vagina. I am currently on my period and it really hurts to wipe. Please help!
Posted December 30, 2021 under Ask Us.So sorry to hear you are so uncomfortable. Unfortunately, there are many different causes for lumps and bumps in the vagina. Some causes are more serious than others, for example […]
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I am almost am thirteen and weigh 145 pounds. I do not know what to do. I beat myself up about it, and girls at school say I am fat. How do I lose like fifteen pounds? What is the best workout for losing weight?
Posted December 26, 2021 under Ask Us.People come in all shapes and sizes, and bodies change throughout life. Focusing on weight can actually lead to an unhealthy relationship with food and can even cause eating disorders. […]
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I think I’m becoming depressed. I really hate myself and I have no motivation to socialize or to do work. My parents don’t believe in me and just aren’t supportive. Are there ways I could go to therapy without them knowing?
Posted December 17, 2021 under Ask Us.Thank you for outreaching to us. It is really brave to admit when you are struggling and ask for help. Because you’re 18, you are entitled to privacy in your […]
Read more »I am underweight and I don’t like it, so I bought enhancement pills. Will I go back to my normal stature if I stop using it?
Posted December 13, 2021 under Ask Us.While it might seem like an “easy” way to fix something you feel is wrong, there is actually no way to take a pill to grow or gain weight. If […]
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I have read your guide on constipation, but what is the opposite of constipation? I am pooping small amounts about 3-4 times per day. Is this normal?
Posted December 7, 2021 under Ask Us.Thank you for your question! We are so glad to hear that you found our guide on constipation to be helpful! Poop amount, color, frequency, really depends on the person. […]
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How safe is it to attend a large gathering right now?
Posted November 30, 2021 under Ask Us.People around the world are rolling up their sleeves and sticking it to COVID-19 by getting COVID vaccines. The vaccines have given people a new lease on life! Friends and […]
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How safe is it to work out in a mask?
Posted November 24, 2021 under Ask Us.This is a great question, thanks for asking! The short and simplest answer is: it’s totally safe to exercise while wearing a facial covering! It’s important to mention that wearing a […]
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