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Can laser treatment remove PPP forever?

Posted January 30, 2019 under Ask Us.

Thank you for your question! For anyone who has never heard the term PPP… it stands for ‘pearly penile papules‘ and it is a common skin condition of the penis. PPP are a small … read more

I eat a pretty well-rounded diet, not too much junk. I was wondering if I should still take a multivitamin?

Posted January 28, 2019 under Ask Us.

Good question! As long as you are eating plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and dairy then you likely do not need to take a multivitamin. However, if you are … read more

I’m 15 and have shown all signs of puberty like body hair and a deepened voice. But my penis still hasn’t grown, or at least it doesn’t look like it has. Is there still hope or should I seek medical help?

Posted January 23, 2019 under Ask Us.

It is difficult to know exactly when your penis will stop growing. During puberty, a young man’s testicles begin to grow larger, followed by the penis. On average the penis … read more

I masturbate and I don’t want my parents to notice. Should I ejaculate in my underwear, a sock or use a towel? I know it’s considered OK but I still don’t want them to know. Please help.

Posted January 15, 2019 under Ask Us.

 Thanks for your question! It’s great that you realize that it’s normal to masturbate. It may be difficult to imagine but your parents probably assume that you masturbate because they … read more

My one right testicle is very small and right one is very big, and it also causes pain in the left part of my stomach. What I should do?

Posted January 9, 2019 under Ask Us.

Thank you for your question, it’s always a good idea to ask questions when you notice changes in your body or things you find concerning! It is not unusual for most young men … read more

I can’t go to sleep. I’ve tried teas, meditation, music, worry dolls and just about anything else I could think of. Falling asleep between 12:30-4:00 is common for me, and once I do fall asleep it’s only for just over an hour. What can I do?

Posted January 7, 2019 under Ask Us.

Thanks for your question! Not being able to sleep well is frustrating for sure. You may have already realized that lack of sleep makes it harder to focus which can … read more

How many places in your body can hair grow?

Posted January 2, 2019 under Ask Us.

Hair typically grows on a person’s head but also anywhere on the body except the lips, palms of the hands and the bottom of the feet. Our genes (that are … read more

Can you get sick if you go outside with wet hair?

Posted December 27, 2018 under Ask Us.

Many of us have been told that if we go outside with wet hair, we’ll get sick; however, this is just a myth (not true). Since colds are caused by … read more

How much time should I set aside for my girlfriend without coming across as clingy?

Posted December 21, 2018 under Ask Us.

Having a relationship can be confusing, especially in your teens.  One of the signs of a good relationship is for you and your girlfriend to talk and see how well … read more

What do I do if I have had yellowish semen for two days in a row and some yellowish chunks in it?

Posted December 10, 2018 under Ask Us.

Thanks for your question. Normal seminal fluid is a cloudy white color so when it changes color most guys will notice a difference. Since you’ve had yellow discharge with some … read more