Center for Young Women's Health
I got my period last month. When am I supposed to “douche”?
Thank you for your question! Douching, which is cleaning the inside of the vagina with soap and water, vinegar or pre-packaged solutions isn’t necessary and actually can be harmful. In fact, […]
Read more »All my friends say that they have really bad cramps. I just got my first period, and I’m not feeling any cramps at all. Is that normal?
Thanks for your question! It is completely normal for some girls to have mild to moderate menstrual cramps and for others not to have any cramps at all. The medical […]
Read more »What natural substance can I use to cure pimples on my face?
Thank you for your question! While most teens (girls and guys) will have some kind of acne breakout during their teen years, it can be upsetting to have pimples. Taking […]
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Will an IUD help with cramps? My Ob-Gyn doctor suggested it because I have trouble remembering to take regular medication. I just want to know if it’s a good idea.
The hormonal IUD (intra-uterine device) is one of the best ways to prevent pregnancy, as it is more than 99% effective. You don’t need to worry about forgetting a pill. […]
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I barely feel full even after I eat. I don’t know if it’s because I’m burning more calories since I have a job so I’m on my feet all the time. I’m very worried to eat till I’m full because I’m scared, I’m going to gain lots of weight. What can I do?
/There are a couple of different things that can affect how full you feel after you eat. Portion sizes: Do you think that you’re getting enough food? A very general […]
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