Center for Young Women's Health
How safe is it to jog in the dark?
It is great that you are interested in jogging and want to learn about how to run safely. Jogging has many positive benefits on physical and mental health. Running outside […]
Read more »How safe is it to use ride-share services?
We are glad you want to know more about ride-share services! Ride-share services are companies (like Uber and LYFT) that allow you to order a ride using an app on […]
Read more »How would I know if I have a bicornuate uterus, but I’m still a virgin?
/Thank you for your question. Most girls are born with a very important organ called a uterus. The size, shape, and structure of a uterus is important because it’s where […]
Read more »I am really self-conscious about my labia. It doesn’t look like everyone else’s. My labia is big and stretched out. I am curious about labiaplasty (plastic surgery). Is it possible for me to get it now or should I wait until I am older?
Thank you for your question. It is common for girls to feel self-conscious about their labias and we hope our response will help you feel a bit better. Labia is […]
Read more »I think I have trichotillomania. When I was 12 years old, I started pulling my hair out of my head to the point where I developed a bald spot. My parents are both doctors, but I don’t think they know what trichotillomania is because they’ve noticed, but haven’t really done anything to help me. I am really insecure about it…help!
Glad you wrote us about this problem because it happens to lots of other youth who may have similar questions. Trichotillomania (trik-o-till-o-MAY-nee-uh) (TTM), also called the “hair pulling disorder,” is […]
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