Center for Young Women's Health

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My vagina has a funny fishy smell. What is it?

It’s possible that you have bacterial vaginosis. However, you should make an appointment with your health care provider and get checked. Bacterial vaginosis is a type of vaginal infection. Women […]

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I have a terrible, itchy rash around my anal area. ACK, help!

I have a terrible, itchy rash around my anal area. I’ve tried over-the-counter medicine for diaper rash which kind of works, but has a strong smell and leaves white cream […]

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I have leaking breasts. Should I worry or see a health care provider?

Yes. Although it’s not an emergency, you should make an appointment to see your health care provider any time you have any kind of breast discharge. A discharge from your […]

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What is a fatty liver and how can it be treated?

The liver is an organ that is made up of a small amount of fat. In teens, too much fat or a “fatty liver” is most often caused by being […]

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I’m 15 and I have milk coming out of my breasts. I’m not pregnant or nursing. What could be wrong?

Your body could be making extra amounts of a hormone called prolactin, which can cause a white discharge from your nipples. It doesn’t have an odor. Occasionally teen girls have […]

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