Center for Young Women's Health

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I’m a virgin but I have gas from my vagina sometimes. What is this? Please help.

Although it can be embarrassing, most of the time passing gas from the vagina is normal. The lay terms for this are: “vaginal fart”, “vart” or “queef”.  It usually happens […]

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How do I know if I’m over masturbating? And if I am, are there any symptoms/downsides/negative effects this can have on me?

You may be masturbating too much if it begins to interfere with your daily routine, school and other activities.  The only downside is that your genital area can become irritated […]

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How old should a girl be to start dating?

Some people start dating at 16, 17, 18 or later. The age that you should start dating depends on what your parents think which is likely based on religious and […]

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My period is 6 days late and I’m starting to worry. It’s never been late before. Should I be worried?

If you have had sexual contact, you could be pregnant, especially if you are not using a reliable method every time you have sex. We suggest that you see your […]

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I know that I have to wash my face, but is there any other way to get rid of acne without using medications?

Yes, there are things you can do to care for your skin and there are also things you should avoid that can irritate your skin and cause acne. Talk to […]

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