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- I’m 15 and a virgin. In health class we were talking about the HPV vaccine. Coach said it could possible prevent certain cancers. My parents asked why I wanted it if I was a virgin. Should I wait until I’m sexually active to get the vaccine? (6/12/2023)
- I’ve got major jock itch. It’s driving me nuts. I’ve tried sprays, creams, and powders. Nothing is working. Any old remedies I should try? It burns and itches big time! (6/2/2023)
- I’ve been working out a little more than usual, and my balls and the area between the ball sack and my butt are sore. What’s the reason for this? (7/8/2022)
- Please I am a sickle cell patient. And my status is SC. What are the kind of foods that are very good to my health? (6/3/2022)
- Last year I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism. Since my diagnosis, I have gained 22 lb. (10kg) and my body is totally disfigured. Can you help me? I would really like to know if hypothyroidism is curable? (9/8/2021)
- I have bulimia, and I’m not sure if I should tell my parents. They would probably get mad at me. (2/1/2021)
- I live in rural Illinois and I’m worried about the coronavirus. What is being done to help get rid of it and could I die from it? (5/1/2020)
- Is it possible to still have Anorexia even though I am not underweight? I have some symptoms, but I am overweight. Should I talk to my doctor? (4/15/2020)
- The coronavirus is spreading. I don’t want to get it. What should I do? (3/6/2020)
- Can you get bowel cancer at 13 years old? (9/4/2019)
- I have trichotillomania and I pull my hair all the time without even thinking about it. My mom gets frustrated about it but I tell her I cannot help it. Any advice on how to stop my hair pulling? (2/5/2019)
- Can laser treatment remove PPP forever? (1/30/2019)
- I have little bumps on the head of my penis, but they don’t hurt or cause any problems or anything. They are my skin color. I haven’t had sexual intercourse. What are these bumps and can I do anything to get rid of them? (12/4/2018)
- It’s been almost 4 months since I had surgery for testicular torsion and I still have pain occasionally on both my testicles. I can still feel stitches within my scrotum. Is this normal in the recovery process? (2/20/2018)
- I’m 14 and I have enlarged breasts. Is it gynecomastia? Can it be cured without surgery? (9/27/2017)
- At my last physical a couple weeks ago, I told my doctor about my erection curvature. He said it’s likely Peyronie’s disease, and he referred me to a urologist. Considering it’s a referral for Peyronie’s, what will happen at my urology appointment? (6/20/2017)
- I’ve researched about my penis and I’ve found out that I have PPP (pearly penile papules). Should I go see a doctor about this? And what type of doctor? I’m nervous telling my parents that we need to see one and I’m nervous about actually seeing the doctor, what should I do? (10/17/2016)
- What is pelvic inflammatory disease? (6/10/2015)
- I have been diagnosed with mono and my Doctor does not want me to take any Tylenol or Advil or aspirin for my fever. I do not know why. I have a fever. Can you advise? (5/20/2015)
- I suffer from pain in my left arm and chest. My blood pressure is also sometimes high. What should I do? (2/3/2015)
- Will I always have asthma? (7/8/2014)
- What are the possibilities for getting HIV/AIDS even though I used protection? (5/27/2014)
- I have a breast that’s been developing for almost two years now and I’m so worried that it doesn’t seem to be going away. How long should I wait before it disappears? (4/8/2014)
- Can I go to school with Mono and participate in gym class? (2/18/2014)
- Does drinking 2 beers a day make me an alcoholic? (11/12/2013)
- I’m suffering from puberphonia and am not getting a good speech therapist for my problem. What should I do? (9/3/2013)
- I started to notice a fishy smell in my groin, and it won’t go away. What is it and how can I get rid of it? (6/11/2013)
- What is the treatment of pimples? (4/9/2013)
- I have migraines and have pain every day. I’ve had treatment, but I’m still suffering. What should I do? (3/19/2013)
- I feel like I have a male hormone disorder. What should I do? I’m so scared to go to the doctor. (2/5/2013)
- I used a sex toy and I’m concerned that it caused retrograde ejaculation. Is this possible? (1/8/2013)
- There’s some brown colored liquid coming out with my sperm. Is this a disease? (11/20/2012)
- I’m not circumcised and it really hurts when I try to move the foreskin back. Can I fix it? (11/13/2012)
- I have little white bumps on my penis but I haven’t had sex of any kind. What are they and why are they there? (10/16/2012)
- Why do doctors tell you to look to the side and cough when holding your balls during an exam? (10/9/2012)
- Should I be worried whenever I have testicular pain after ejaculation? (9/11/2012)
- I run cross country and my calves keep tightening. What can help? (8/27/2012)
- Can ADHD medicine affect my sleeping? How? (8/14/2012)
- Can I cure migraine headaches permanently? (7/31/2012)
- When I pop the bumps around my anus a thick substance comes out. Should I worry? (7/17/2012)
- I’m a virgin, but I have bumps on the shaft of my penis… do I have an STD? (6/19/2012)
- Is it normal for it to burn when I pee after ejaculating? Even if I’m a virgin? (5/29/2012)
- What does it mean when I pee and feel like I can’t finish? (5/8/2012)
- How can I know whether my heart is working properly? (4/17/2012)
- My nipples are enlarged and I’m not happy about it. What’s going on? (3/20/2012)
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