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What happens if a condom falls off inside you?
Posted November 18, 2021 under Ask Us.Take a big deep breath and don’t panic. Your situation isn’t uncommon and there are ways to fix it, but it’s totally normal to be nervous. A great place to […]
Read more »Last night, our condom broke, so I took Plan B®. However, I am also on the Depo-Provera® shot. Was that the right thing to do?
Posted November 16, 2021 under Ask Us.Great question! Depo-Provera® is a hormonal method of birth control, which is super effective at protecting against pregnancy. Plan B® is an emergency contraceptive (EC) pill. EC is a backup […]
Read more »I have always had self-harming ticks to cope with my anxiety, but there’s one I picked up recently that makes me concerned to say the least. I punch my head to get rid of my intrusive thoughts. Is hitting the top of your head a form of self harm?
Posted November 10, 2021 under Ask Us.Thank you for asking this. It’s an important question to discuss. Anxiety is felt by many children and adults alike, and some do resort to harming themselves as a way […]
Read more »I got very constipated and didn’t go to the bathroom for over a week. When I was able to go, I strained pretty bad. Now my butt is very sore, hurts to sit down, burns, and feels weird when I wipe. What’s going on? Don’t want to ask/show my parents!
Posted November 5, 2021 under Ask Us.Thanks for your question. Constipation can be caused by many things. It can also cause a lot of abdominal (belly) pain as well as pain by the anus. The pain […]
Read more »I got my first period about a year and a half ago. It was coming about every month since then, but for the last three months I haven’t had my period. Should I be concerned?
Posted November 5, 2021 under Ask Us.Great question! Irregular periods are super common during the first few years of menstruation (getting a period). Most girls during the first year of menstruation have at least 4 periods; […]
Read more »I am feeling really tired all the time, quite thirsty, nauseous and vomiting. I’m not peeing often, but when I am, it is longer than usual. These are all symptoms of diabetes, but I don’t know how to ask my parents to take me to the hospital.
Posted November 2, 2021 under Ask Us.Thanks for your question. Many different things, including diabetes, can cause your symptoms. Whenever you are having symptoms, it is a good idea to talk to your health care provider. […]
Read more »Lately, when I masturbate I noticed I am not getting as “wet” as did before. When I finish, it’s dryer than usual. Is this normal? Should I go to the doctor?
Posted October 25, 2021 under Ask Us.Thanks for your question! The “wet” feeling you have when you masturbate is the vagina’s natural lubricant. The vagina gets wet when you are become aroused or “turned on.” Natural […]
Read more »My dad had a kidney stone and was crying in pain. He never cries! Is there something I can do so I never have one? Are they genetic?
Posted October 19, 2021 under Ask Us.Thanks for your questions. Kidney stones are small stones that form in your kidneys. People with kidney stones may have the following symptoms: Pain in their abdomen (belly) or side […]
Read more »I have a lot of acne and it makes me feel really insecure. I feel like none of my friends have it as bad as I do. What do I do? Help!
Posted October 18, 2021 under Ask Us.Great question! Acne can be super frustrating and finding a skin care routine that works best for you can take time. It’s important to remember you are not alone, nearly […]
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A few days ago, when I went to the bathroom, there was brown stuff in my underwear! I have never had my period and I don’t know how to tell anyone, please help!
Posted October 11, 2021 under Ask Us.Take a big deep breath, everything is going to be fine! Brown discharge can happen before, during, or after your period. However, if it’s your first time having brown discharge, […]
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