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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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There are no females in my house, and it’s really hard to explain how I’m feeling to my dad. Who should I talk to?

Posted August 15, 2012 under Ask Us.

Most girls have lots of questions during puberty and many say it’s easier to talk with another female. We can understand how it may feel awkward to talk with your […]

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I haven’t had my period for a year. What should I do?

Posted August 8, 2012 under Ask Us.

If you haven’t had your period for a year and you’re not taking birth control pills continuously (without a break), you should make an appointment with your health care provider […]

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How do I know if I’m a virgin?

Posted August 1, 2012 under Ask Us.

The answer to this question depends on how you define “virginity.”  There’s no medical definition of “virginity.” You may decide you’re a virgin until you’ve had penis-in-vagina sex, until you’ve […]

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How do I lose weight in my stomach?

Posted July 25, 2012 under Ask Us.

Things such as body shape and where we tend to lose and gain weight are genetic. There’s no way to lose weight in just one area of your body, because […]

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I’ve heard of glucose, but what is it?

Posted July 18, 2012 under Ask Us.

Glucose is a type of sugar and the main source of energy used by your body. Glucose comes from many kinds of foods called “carbohydrates”, such as cereal, bread, rice, […]

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