Center for Young Women's Health
Is it safe to use Q-tips to clean my ears?
The American Academy of Otolaryngologists (doctors who specialize in conditions of the eyes, ears, nose and throat) say that: cotton tipped swabs such as “Q-tips” should NEVER be used to […]
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I recently had unprotected sex with my boyfriend. Now I have pimples next to my private parts and I am seeing yellow discharge. What could be the cause for these issues and what should I do?
Any time you have unprotected sex, you are at risk of getting a sexually transmitted disease(s). “Pimples” can be due to ingrown hairs, irritation from shaving, something your skin came […]
Read more »Can I request to have my hymen surgically removed?
My doctor tried to do a pap test but was unsuccessful and is sending me to see a gynecologist to see about getting my hymen removed. However, I’ve been to […]
Read more »Do I absolutely have to see a gynecologist at a certain age now that I’m a teen?
When to have a gynecologic exam depends on whether there are any health problems such as vaginal infections, lack of menstrual periods, or other symptoms that need evaluation. Your first […]
Read more »My areolas are dark and have tiny bumps. Is there any way I can get rid of bumps and make the areola lighter in color?
Mostly all women have little bumps on their areola and the darker colored skin around the nipple area. This is normal. Some women have more or less bumps and this […]
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