Center for Young Women's Health
I get headaches every day, should I be worried?Most people get headaches once in a while but it’s not normal to have a headache every day. Make an appointment with your primary care provider to get checked. In … read more
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What is the correct way to take a shower?
Dermatologists (doctors who specialize in skin care) answer the most common questions about showering: How often? There is no rule on how often you should shower- this depends on how … read more
Is it normal to wear a panty liner every day?
Wearing panty liners or not is a personal preference. Young women who are fans of panty liners say they wear them for different reasons such as “to feel fresh and … read more
What does it mean when you had sex with your partner and then the next day it feels like you have to pee but only a little bit come out at a time?
“Urinating (peeing) very little even though you feel like your bladder is full” is a common complaint from girls/women who have symptoms of a urinary tract infection (UTI). Your symptom(s) may … read more
Every time I masturbate, I get my period but it’s not like my real menstruation. I’ve never inserted any object into my vagina, and I’m a virgin. My doctor said my hormones are not stable. Can masturbation increase hormones and actually affect my menstrual cycle?
Many young people masturbate to learn about their body, explore what they find sexually satisfying, and even relieve stress. This it totally normal! However, masturbating cannot cause you to have … read more
The other day I wore a shirt that was deemed “inappropriate” by my parents. I felt fine wearing it. To what extent must I dress appropriately?
Your parents are likely trying to protect you from sending the wrong message about yourself. They may not be in tune with the style of your age group, but they … read more
Does lactose-free milk have the same amount of calcium and vitamins that regular milk has? I’m not lactose intolerant but I heard that lactose-free milk is better for you. Do you have any tips or should I stick to dairy products to avoid not getting enough calcium or other nutrients?
The short answer is that unless you are lactose intolerant or have an allergy to dairy, there is no reason to avoid cow’s milk. Other forms of “milk” such as … read more
I watched the video and read the article on how to insert a tampon, but I still can’t do it! I’ve tried several times and it always feels uncomfortable in my vagina? Why?
A mirror is often helpful when you’re trying to insert a tampon for the first time, so that you can see exactly where your vaginal opening is. You can also … read more
How can I understand politics and the news more? How can I tell if it is real or fake news?
You are not alone in trying to figure out whether news is real or fake—a recent study found that that a lot of teens have trouble telling the difference between … read more
I have a pimple near my vagina. I do not shave my pubic hair and I have never had any type of sexual intercourse. What may be wrong?
It’s hard to know what has caused the pimple near your vagina. Since you are not sexually active, it is not due to a sexually transmitted infection (STI). Although many … read more