Center for Young Women's Health

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My vaginal lips hang out of my bathing suit because they’re so long. Is this normal?

Labial hypertrophy is a long name that means the enlargement of the labia (sometimes called the vaginal lips). This isn’t a serious condition. It can be normal, but it can […]

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Can lack of sleep affect your memory?

Definitely. In fact, according to researchers, sleep is necessary to learn new things and remember the experiences you’ve had. Without sleep, the ability to retain or remember things can drop […]

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My grandma on my dad’s side had breast cancer (she’s fine now). Is there any chance of me getting breast cancer?

Breast cancer among teens is very low, but having a positive family history on either your mother or father’s side puts you and other females in your family at a […]

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I’ve been having cramps in my lower abdomen and I’ve been moody, but I haven’t started my period yet. Is this normal?

It’s uncommon to have cramps in your lower abdomen (belly) before your period starts. The discomfort you feel could be caused from constipation, but there could be another reason for […]

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How can I get rid of the blood stains on my bed sheets?

The biggest mistake people make when it comes to removing blood stains from sheets or clothing (whether it’s from a bloody nose or your menstrual period) is to use hot […]

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