Center for Young Women's Health
How do I increase my metabolism? Are there any specific foods or drinks or something like that?
While there are plenty of products out there that are marketed as “metabolism boosters” there is no safe, magic, quick way to increase your metabolism. However, there are certain healthy habits that […]
Read more »I keep getting urinary tract infections after I have sex with my boyfriend. I’ve tried drinking a lot of liquids but that doesn’t help. Is there anything I can do to stop the pain?
Urinary tract infections (UTI’s) are more common in girls who are sexually active. That’s because the urethra (the tube where the urine comes out of) is very close to the […]
Read more »I accidently took the third week Sunday (birth control) pill instead of the second week Sunday (birth control pill). What should I do?
If all of the pills in the first three weeks of your pill pack are the same color, you don’t have to worry because they all contain the same amount […]
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Can antibiotics stop the 3 year implant from functioning?
Most antibiotics are completely safe to take if you have a hormonal implant, and do not interfere with preventing pregnancy. The only exception is an antibiotic used to treat tuberculosis […]
Read more »I’m 15 years old and I don’t see any development in my breasts. Should I go to the doctor?
The timing of physical changes during puberty in both boys and girls can vary quite a bit and still be normal. However, almost all girls will notice that their breasts […]
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