Sexual Health and Relationships
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STDs
Is it possible to contract herpes from giving a hand job?
I was recently diagnosed with asymptomatic HPV. What are the chances are that my boyfriend could contract it?
I recently was tested for HSV. The nurse practitioner said I am now a carrier, but made it sound like there was not a way to differentiate between Type 1 and Type 2...Is there a way to find out what type I'm carrying?
One side of the back of my throat has been sore for the last week. I'm worried it might be more than a canker sore and worried it might be HPV.
I just found out that I have a UTI. I briefly had unprotected sex with my partner. Is he at risk for acquiring it?
I want to get tested for STIs but don't want any lab tests to show up on my parent's insurance...
Could prolonged sexual exposure cause an STD to flare up, or do a few small red dots sound more like a skin irritation?
I recently had unprotected sex with a girl for approximately 3-5 minutes...
My housemate just told me she has genital herpes...what are my risks?
I have recently had unprotected sex multiple times within the past few weeks...
Can a male partner get a yeast infection too? If I have one should he be treated?
Should I get tested for STI's? If so, what should I get tested for and how should I schedule that?
Is it possible for the HPV causing common or plantar warts to cause genital warts through direct or indirect contact?
My boyfriend gets the occasional cold sore and now I am worried that I may have contracted it from him...
Recently my boyfriend had a cold sore...we had sex but now I'm paraniod I have genital herpes!
What are the statistical chances of catching various STDs after unprotected sex?
When and how often should someone be tested for STDs?
Can lower back, leg, buttock, or abdominal pain be herpes related?
I recently found out that two of my roommates friends have Hepatitis C...
I recently had sexual contact with someone that I did not know so well...
My boyfriend had sex with three girls prior to dating me and I'm worried about HIV. Is he / am I at risk?
I was wondering if there was a page online that listed costs of STI testing?
I was diagnosed with HPV and given a topical gel to put on the bumps but I've heard it burns...
The other day I had sex without protection...
I read in the Western Front last week that males can be tested for HPV. Is this true?
Birth Control
I've been on the pill but I have never been sexually active. Is there any reason why I would need a pap smear, or any other kind of physical exam?
Can I change the time I take my birth control between months?
I just started back up on Alesse after having been off for a couple months, but I didn't start it until just after my period ended. If I use another form of contraceptive, is it safe to have sex?
I was wondering however if skipping placebo pills increases my chances of getting pregnant while on the pill?
I started birth control last Thursday (5 days ago), but started my period this evening.
I have been on birth control for over a year now and I always take it every day but not at exactly the same time every day...
I am currently on birth control (Aviane) and I often experience heavy spotting inbetween periods...
I am on birth control and on Sunday I was supposed to start taking my week of non-hormonal pills, which I did but then decided I wanted to skip my period...
Is the IUD safe for me? I'm 23 years old and have never had any children. My husband and I are trying to be safe though.
I've gained a lot of weight from taking Birth Control, but my habits haven't really changed. Is there anything to help combat this?
I am on birth control but have skipped my period for the last 2 months. I am not supposed to have it again until the end of this month, but I am getting a brown vaginal discharge...
If I vomited 8 hours after I took a birth control pill, am I still protected?
I just started new birth control pills with a higher hormone dose. I have also recently been feeling a lot of anxiety and even some symptoms of depression...
I am nearly finished with my first month of Sprintec birth control and still haven't had my period...
How might my antibiotic affect the effectiveness of my birth control pill, and how long after I'm done with the antibiotic can I start trusting the pill again?
Is it possible that, even though I am on a rigorous exercise regimen and have a VERY healthy diet, my progestin only birth control has been making me hold on to an excess of fat or water?
Last February I stated taking Sprintec, since I stated taking it I noticed changes in my vaginal discharge...
I got one Depo Provera shot, and then started taking another birth control pill after not getting the second shot and I've had problems with bleeding and yeast infections...
I have been taking a low dose of birth control for a while, and my last period came a few days early and was lighter than normal...
What is the shelf life of birth control pills?
I'm on the progestrin-only birth control "Camila". I am about halfway through my 3rd pack of this. My last real period was the first week of february...
I just switched birth control and I have not gotten my period at the same time as I always used to...
I just started a new kind of BC. Just hours after taking the first pill I felt really sad and irritable.
If someone is really irregular with their birth control pill are they more likely to have any negative long term effects?
I haven't taken my birth control in six days - I did not get my period. This could be for several reasons...
I missed my birth control pill 2 days in a row during the second out of the three active weeks and I've been bleeding a lot...
What type of birth control is best for my body? What are the negative impacts of long term hormonal birth control use?
I am wondering, what is the most effective AND the healthiest option for my body?
I went home to visit the family on Friday and forgot to bring my birth control pills...
How long after taking antibiotics are you covered again by your birth control (deprovera shot)?
What happens if you don't take your birth control pill everyday at the same time?
I've been on birth control for the past five years nonstop and I'm going to stop using it, what kind of side effects can I expect?
I have been on the pill for about 2 years, and have had mostly regular periods but my last one was very very light...
I started on BCPs and have a ton of stretch marks on my breasts and its even painful at times. Is this normal, and what can I do to make it better?
I have been on OC for the past 8 months and have the feeling of pins and needles whenever I increase my heartbeat...
How do I a)go about getting birth control pills and b)keep it from being too expensive?
I've been on the birth control pill for a couple of months and want to start taking it in the evening instead of the morning...
I'm currently on the birth control pill and was wondering what other birth control options I have.
Is it normal to skip your period after going off birth control?
When should I insert my NuvaRing after more than two weeks of not having one?
Pregnancy Questions
I am currently on Junel Fe birth control and have only three placebo pills left, but my period has not started...
I have had one previous miscarriage and I believe I just had another recently. Should I be examined by a doctor?
I am on birth control that I always take every day but sometimes it's not the same exact time- always before noon though. I know I still can get pregnant but what are the odds?
Is it possible to get pregnant if my boyfriend fingers me and there's a little sperm on his finger?
I had sex the day I thought I was about to get my period. Then my period ended up not coming that day but three days later and we had sex a few times throughout those three days...
Is it possible to get pregnant from precum?
Can I get pregnant while not on my period but still on the placebo week of my birth control pills?
I have missed my period by four days and had sex with my boyfriend two weeks ago...
I decided to skip my period by skipping the placebo week of my birth control pills and now I have spotting, could I be pregnant?
I recently had unprotected sex with a girl for approximately 3-5 minutes...
I'm a bit concerned about some abnormal menstrual bleeding I've been having...
Last month, I had to take my pills two days late, plus, I accidentally took the sugar pills when I was supposed to take the hormone pills...
I would like to take a pregnancy test. Do I need to take it at the health center or can I purchase one from you and take it home?
My boyfriend and I were making out and he ejaculated but we were clothed. What's my pregnancy risk?
Female Sexual Health
I think I have a yeast infections from antibiotics I was taking. What cream is the best to buy to treat it?
I think I might have a vaginal infection or yeast infection...
I have had 3 bartholin cysts over the last three months...
I've been having an unusually heavy amount of sticky thick whitish/yellowish discharge from my vagina...
Is Summer's Eve vaginal cleansing wash recommended to use often to deal with vaginal odor and overall cleanliness?
Why does it tickle when I pee?
I had a normal period two weeks ago, yet I've begun cramping and even bleeding as if I'm beginning my period again.
This month my period has lasted for 2 weeks...
I'm 21 and one of my breasts has been tender for a few weeks...
It is very painful for me to have sex...
Last month my period was very light. This month I missed my period and have cramping...
How do you keep your vagina smelling fresh?
I'm female and sexually active. Recently my vaginal discharge has taken on a brownish color...
Been on my period for a little over 3 weeks. Why?
I have a lump inside my vagina, it is very small and hard, it feels a bit uncomfortable to have sex, is there a gynecologist on campus?
I have a very painful raw area on the side of my labia. It is very red and is extremely painful when touched...
I think I need a female exam but I don't know...
I've had my period for 14 days now and its still going on...
Although I get aroused during foreplay/sex I never get very "wet" - could this be my birth control?
I have a few bumps on one side of my labia and it's sometimes itchy. Should I be worried about herpes?
Whenever I mess around with my boyfriend I always reach a point where I can't seem to enjoy it anymore...
Over the last 3 days, my right breast has been sore, and a small bump on my nipple has developed...
I had a yeast infection earlier. My boyfriend and I waited a week without having sex and just started again with condoms. Is this ok?
Can soy milk affect my menstrual cycle? I tried searching the web, but I'm getting mixed answers.
My boyfriend and I decided to have sex without a condom and I had some itchyness afterwards...
Is nipple sensitivity a symptom of any larger problem?
I was diagnosed with a uterine fibroid about a year ago, and I am feeling concerned that it might be causing me problems related to my past birth control methods...
Is there any way to prevent breast shrinkage due to weight loss?
I have dark slightly dry patches on my labia and inner thighs...
I am 25 years old. I have had regular periods since I have been about 16 years old but lately my cycles have not been regular...
I have been on birth control for about 4-5 years, and I never bleed except when I'm supposed to...
I haven't had my period in over two months... but I know I'm not pregnant and I'm not on any kind of birth control. Any idea what could cause this?
I did have pelvic inflammatory disease and was treated, now my last two period have only lasted about 2 days...
How do you get tested for a yeast infection? And can semen go through underwear?
I need an abortion. I don't have the money, I can't tell my parents...
Today my period started, and I still have a week and a half of pills left...
I think I may have a yeast infection, or something like it. I'm not sure. My vagina itches quite a bit sometimes, at random times...
I was wondering how long it is healthy to go without a period?
My period has been late for about 12 days now but I've taken 4 pregnancy tests that all were negative...
I have been having very irregular periods for most of my life, but lately its been very different...
What are the PHYSICAL health risks of abortion? How likely are they? How are they different than a miscarriage?
I am a runner and have stopped getting my period. I am wondering if this is affecting hormones in my body?
I got an IUD 6 months ago and it has been fine. A few times a day I feel like it is poking me...
I found out that some of the women in my family line have endometriosis and I am terrified that I might not be able to have kids in the future...
I went to the doctor for a yeast infection a little over a month ago and got another one 2 weeks later...
I have a yeast infection, and I was wondering if OTC treatments like Monistat are effective...
What is the reason to get clitoral hood surgery? Is it for medical reasons?
I've been on low-dose birth control pills for 2 or 3 years and I'm starting to miss some of my periods...
When I was seven years old I was playing on the monkey-bars and I wasn't paying attention and I slipped and fell on my crotch...
I'm currently on my period and I have been experiencing a number of symptoms...could it be PMS?
I am sexually active and have been having regular sex but the last 2 times I have bled...
I have three questions about breast tenderness, birth control, and my menses...
I just had my period about 7-9 days ago, and I started menstruating again today...
I’m 21 years old. I have always known that I want to be a mom but I really worry that when the time comes I won't be able to get pregnant....
I'm wondering if I may have had a miscarriage and if a doctor would be able to know this?
Normally my period is very regular but I am having my period again with light bleeding yesterday and stronger bleeding today...
I can only orgasm through humping the floor...
Recently I have become more sexually active and my breasts and abdomen have been more sore...
It seems that every time I shave my pubic hair I experience vaginal soreness (especially after sexual activity)...
I have cloudy urine with a small amount of stinging and a light odor. Is this a UTI and could be because of increased sexual activity?
My boyfriend has fingered me and I was wondering if he messed anything up down there that will prevent me from having kids later in life?
If my hymen is torn does the student health center provide care for this situation?
I stopped taking the pill in February and my period has hardly returned since...
Could the stress of being sick have caused my period to come a week early?
My periods vary a lot in their flow, color, consistency. I am wondering if that means any thing.
For the past month and a half I have felt a burning sensation in my chest right between my breasts...
What happens during a breast reduction? And what are the consequences?
I have this sexual fetish, and I really don't want to, is there a way to get rid of it?
Is there anyway to get rid of vagina odor? I know it is natural, but what is it caused by?
My boyfriend and I had sex and when he took off the condom, there was yellowish booger-like stuff on it...
I am on the pill, and usually have periods that are about 3 or 4 days long. This period, has been 8 days...
I have noticed in the last year a few bumps that are on the outside of my vaginal lips...
Male Sexual Health
Is there anything I can do to last longer, maybe even train myself to last longer?
My girlfriend and I want to have sex and when the time came I just wasn't quite up to snuff and came early...
My boyfriend I both want to have sex. He is 18 and has no problem getting an erection up until right before we try to have intercourse it isn't hard anymore...
I have noticed that the back of my left testicle is sort of lumpy.
My boyfriend and I want to have sex and we have tried to a few times. He has an erection up until right before we are about to have intercourse...
I have a male yeast infection...
I found what appears to be a blood vessel or two in my penis that may have burst...
Could prolonged sexual exposure cause an STD to flare up, or do a few small red dots sound more like a skin irritation?
I have been having problems during sex with keeping and some times getting an erection.
When my boyfriend and I have sex, and he is thrusting faster, he feels pain inside his lower abdomen, near his liver and intestines. Is this a bad thing?
My husband and I recently started using condoms and my husband says he has pain in the inside of the end of his penis...
My boyfriend has been having problems either getting an erection or losing it during intercourse. ..
I have a problem with delayed ejaculation...
Relationships
We are having a problem with one of our roommates. We believe she is in an abusive relationship with her boyfriend who lives out of state...
My boyfriend and I have only been together for a few months and became very close over the summer but now since school started we live about six and a half hours apart...
I have a crush on this guy that seems to exhibit the traits of a serial killer...
I have been with my boyfriend for three years and most of the time it has been great, but things seem to be getting worse and worse...
Other
I was wondering about Anal Douching. Is it safe? Is it necessary for anal sex health?
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03.26.2013
