Center for Young Women's Health

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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!

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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Trastorno de Ansiedad Social

¿Qué es el trastorno de ansiedad social? El trastorno de ansiedad social, también llamado «fobia social», es un estado de salud mental. Suele comenzar en los primeros años de la […]

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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!

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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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?

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 […]

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