Young Men's Health
When can I have sex with an uncircumcised penis?Unless you have been circumcised recently (and need time to heal), your body is ready to have sex. But wait, there’s a lot more to think about before you give … read more
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Why am I eating a lot of food? I feel like I’m gonna get fat if I keep eating a lot… Is this normal?
It is perfectly normal for any adolescent to feel like they are eating a lot of food. During adolescence your body is still growing and the only way it can … read more
I have severe depression and I got horrible grades last year. I want to do well in school but it’s hard when I’m always sad and tired. What are some tips to succeed?
Thank you for your question, and kudos to you for reaching out! Asking for help can be very difficult. By asking this question, you are taking steps to take care … read more
I am developing a lot of stretch marks on my body. I am 220 pounds (I used to be 250). Is there anything I can do other than workout/lose weight? Are they permanent?
Stretch marks are actually a kind of scar that appears when the skin stretches quickly (with weight gain) or shrinks (with sudden weight loss). It’s common to develop stretch marks … read more
Can you get bowel cancer at 13 years old?
Colon cancer is very rare in children; however, anyone no matter what age who has chronic unexplained constipation (difficulty having bowel movements), abdominal distention (bloating of the belly) and bleeding from the … read more
Why does the tip of my penis hurt? Is it because I’m young? Help!… I’m too scared to ask my parents.
Thank you for your question! There can be different reasons that cause the tip of your penis to hurt, no matter what your age is. One common cause, for example, … read more
I joined the gym 2 months ago to just be active. I thought I would get used to it but I absolutely hate going to the gym. Everyone suggests that I keep going but even thinking about having to go to the gym ruins my day. Is it a bad idea to give up?
Thanks for your question! Two months of trying out the gym seems like a sufficient amount of time to know if you like going or not. If you want to … read more
I barely feel full even after I eat. I don’t know if it’s because I’m burning more calories since I have a job so I’m on my feet all the time. I’m very worried to eat till I’m full because I’m scared, I’m going to gain lots of weight. What can I do?
There are a couple of different things that can affect how full you feel after you eat. Portion sizes: Do you think that you’re getting enough food? A very general … read more
I’m 14 and I don’t know if I masturbate the right way, please help.
There is no right or wrong way to masturbate. If it feels pleasurable and isn’t hurting you, then you are doing it fine. In fact, like most things, it takes … read more
Does losing weight increase your penis size?
Thanks for your question! Losing weight does not increase your penis size; however, if you are overweight and lose extra body fat around your thighs and stomach, your penis may … read more