Thanks for your question. It’s a common myth that guys don’t get raped. The truth is anyone, regardless of gender identity, can experience sexual assault or rape. Sexual assault cannot … read more
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How can you get tested for STDs?
Thanks for your question. For anyone who has ever had sex it’s important to get tested for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) regularly. Where to Get Tested You can get tested … read more
I am unsure as to where I would find Sexual Education for the LGBTQ+ community. I need this so I can keep myself as well as my boyfriend safe.
Thanks for your question. You are taking a great step to keep yourself and your boyfriend healthy, and to have a healthy relationship. As you know sexual education includes safer … read more
I am 26 years old and I’ve never been sexually active. Is this OK?
Yes! It doesn’t matter how old or young you are, it’s completely normal to not be sexually active. Sex is a huge deal – physically and emotionally. No one should … read more
I know I need to drink more water… but every website says something different. How many ounces should I ACTUALLY be going for (minimum)?
It’s generally recommended that you drink 4-6 cups (around 32-64 ounces) of water daily. Everyone is different, the amount of water recommended for you might be different for someone else, … read more
My right testicle has been hurting a little bit since last week. It doesn’t hurt 24/7, but the pain comes and goes. I have been so concerned about it and I don’t know what to do!
Thanks for your question. Lots of things can cause pain in your testicle. Some causes for testicular pain are: Injury. If you got hit there or may have some skin … read more
I’m 18 and I still don’t have any chest hair. I have body hair grow everywhere else except on my chest. Why? And should I be concerned?
Thanks for your question. Body hair, in sex-assigned at birth males, is mostly affected by genetics and androgens (which are hormones such as testosterone). If you have body hair in … read more
One of my friends has an issue with their smoking addiction and has recently tried unsuccessfully to quit. I know it’s important to quit smoking and want to help them but I’m not sure what to do. How can I help them?
Thanks for your question. Quitting smoking is hard, and most people have to try a few times before they are successful. There are many benefits to quitting, including positive health … read more
Where is sperm made and stored in the body? What about semen? Isn’t sperm the “swimmers” and semen the overall name for all what comes out? Don’t testicles make both, but prostate makes seminal fluid? So confused!
Thanks for your questions. Lots of people have questions about sperm and semen, and how they are made. Sperm is the male gamete or sex cell. Sperm contain the genetic … read more
I exercise a lot (and intensely) with the goal of muscle hypertrophy. I am always looking for natural ways to boost my testosterone — which begs the question: Does drinking one’s own sperm boost testosterone?
Thanks for your question. Many guys wonder about how to increase testosterone levels. Testosterone is a hormone that all people have. Sex-assigned at birth males have higher levels of testosterone, … read more