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I was having a hard time sleeping at night sometimes, I can’t see any reasons if why it’s happening to me. Are they are possible things that can be the reason why I’m having insomnia?

Posted January 20, 2021 under Ask Us.

Thanks for your question. Many people have a hard time sleeping and don’t know why. There are several things that can affect sleep, including our daily activities, whether or not … read more

Whenever I get an erection, my penis is facing the direction of my belly button. When I try to move it forward, there’s tension and a little discomfort. Is this normal or how can I fix it?

Posted January 15, 2021 under Ask Us.

Thanks for your question. When tissue inside the penis fills with blood it causes an erection. The penis becomes hard and increases in size. Different people describe this feeling differently, … read more

I had sex for the first time recently and I think I’ve got an STI. Besides my regular doctor or hospital, who else could I go see? A friend said the county health unit. Could I go without one of my parents? I’m not ready to confess to them yet.

Posted January 6, 2021 under Ask Us.

Thanks for your question. Some people find it easier to go see a different health care provider to deal with concerns related to sex, such as a sexually transmitted infection … read more

I’m going to start going to therapy soon. I know there’s nothing wrong with going to therapy and there’s nothing wrong with me because of it. But it feels wrong with the stigma and all. How do I deal with the stigma and stay cool and all that?

Posted December 31, 2020 under Ask Us.

Thanks for your question. Starting therapy to better understand yourself and how you respond to life is outstanding. Congratulations on moving forward with this. It takes strength to look at … read more

Is it normal to have PPP as an adolescent?

Posted December 29, 2020 under Ask Us.

Thanks for your question. Pearly penile papules (PPP) are small, painless, benign (non-cancerous) bumps in a single or double row on or around the head of the penis. They are not contagious. … read more

My family is always coming into my room without asking or even knocking and when I just lock the door they make it all about how they don’t want me to do that. I just want some privacy and to avoid a fight or argument. What can I do?

Posted December 22, 2020 under Ask Us.

Thanks for your question. First, wanting privacy and your own space is completely normal. In fact, it is part of growing up, and tends to be a tricky balance for teens, … read more

I’m 17 and I weight nearly 200 pounds. How can I lose weight besides starving myself?

Posted December 17, 2020 under Ask Us.

Sometimes when we incorporate positive health behaviors such as exercise and healthy eating, weight loss will happen as a result. But it’s possible that your current weight is where your … read more

Hello, I have two issues. I have phimosis, which I am not confused about. My other issue is that the interior of my foreskin in some areas is fused to my glans on the side of head. How do I go about separating the skin?

Posted December 12, 2020 under Ask Us.

Thanks for your question. Phimosis is when the foreskin does not retract completely. In other words, the foreskin cannot be gently pulled back to the base of the penis. Over … read more

I am in recovery for a restrictive eating disorder. At treatment a year and a half ago, they made me gain 30 pounds in 2 months. Now I am considered borderline obese based on my BMI. I want to lose weight, but don’t want to trigger myself. Help?

Posted December 10, 2020 under Ask Us.

The “BMI” which stands for Body Mass Index is a public health tool that is used to assess population health, but isn’t a great tool for assessing an individual’s health. … read more

I had a guy pool party last night. A couple guys talked about jerking off under water and did. Tonight is a coed party. Can girls get pregnant if there are sperm in the water? Afraid to tell parents what we did.

Posted December 8, 2020 under Ask Us.

Thanks for your question. A lot of people wonder about sperm in pools. Sperm can live outside of the body for a short amount of time, except in very specific … read more