Center for Young Women's Health
Last year I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism. Since my diagnosis, I have gained 22 lb. (10kg) and my body is totally disfigured. Can you help me? I am very sad and I would really like to know if hypothyroidism is curable?
Thank you for your question. We are sorry to hear you have been feeling sad about your diagnosis. We hope this answer can help you feel a bit better. For […]
Read more »I checked and I am very underweight for my age. Everyone tells me to eat more, but if I eat too much, I throw up. Is there a way to gain weight without eating too much?
Thanks for your question. There are many different ways to classify weight. Most ways of classifying weight look at your age, weight, and height. It’s important to know that everyone […]
Read more »Trastornos de la ATM
¿Qué es el trastorno de ATM? ATM es la abreviatura de articulación temporomandibular (ya sean trastornos o condiciones). El ATM conecta la “mandíbula” (la quijada) al hueso temporal (localizada en […]
Read more »I have been having some discomfort in my vagina. What can I do to make it go away?
Great question! Sorry to hear that you are having some discomfort. When our bodies don’t feel right or we are experiencing pain, it’s a normal to wonder what our bodies […]
Read more »I had vaginal sex one time and took all the precautions. It’s been a long time since I had sex and nothing in my life changed because of it. My health care provider (HCP) always asks if I am sexually active, what do I say if it’s only been one time?
Awesome question! Once you’ve had sex, whether it’s vaginal, anal, or oral, you’re considered “sexually active.” The reason why you’re still considered sexually active is because although you might not […]
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