Topic: Sexual Health

Although there isn’t a direct path from the anus/rectum to the reproductive organs, there is a small chance that you could become pregnant during anal sex. This is because the […]

I am attracted to girls, and I think I’m a lesbian, but I’m scared about coming out in case people judge me. Having questions about your sexuality is perfectly normal. […]

You will likely be fine if you and your partner practiced safe sex. But remember, anytime you have sex you may be exposed to STIs. If you used a male […]

If I’m on birth control pills and my boyfriend ejaculates inside of me, am I at high risk of becoming pregnant? If you take your birth control pills every day, […]

Unlike guys, girls don’t have a penis, so they don’t get erections. However, the clitoral tissue may become firm when sexually aroused. The clitoris has similar nerve endings to the […]

If you’ve had sex without using protection, you’ll need to be concerned about two things: preventing pregnancy and getting screened for sexually transmitted infections. Emergency contraception (EC) typically called the […]

Having sex during your period is a personal choice between you and your partner. There’s no medical reason not to have sex during this time, but remember: although it’s unlikely […]

This photomicrograph of a vaginal smear specimen depicts two epithelial cells, a normal cell, and an epithelial cell with its exterior covered by bacteria giving the cell a roughened, stippled […]

Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections in the US. It’s caused by bacteria that can infect the vagina, cervix, fallopian tubes, anus, urethra, throat, or eye. […]

You may be starting to think about what it means to be involved in a sexual relationship. There are many things that you need to think about before you decide […]