Young Men's Health
I am having trouble finding a way to go to sleep earlier. Is there a way to sleep earlier than normal, or do I have to gradually go to sleep earlier?It’s great that you are trying to get more sleep! Teens need an average of about 9 hours of sleep every night. Getting more sleep can improve your concentration and … read more
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My nipples are always soft and flat and not straight and erect. Why?
Nipple size, shape, color and whether they are flat, inverted or erect vary from guy to guy and woman to woman. Basically, no two nipples are exactly the same even … read more
I am 16 but still I don’t have a beard but all of my friends do. I feel embarrassed with them. So what should I do? Please help me. It sounds funny but it’s a serious concern for me.
Even though you may know that all guys go through puberty at their own pace, it can still be frustrating if you feel your friends are developing faster than you. … read more
My foreskin is stuck to my penis. What should I do?
For uncircumcised males, the foreskin usually covers the head of the penis (the glans). During childhood the opening of the foreskin is too tight to pull back to expose the … read more
What does it mean if I have pain in my left testicle and pelvic area?
A man’s testicles are very sensitive so even a minor trauma can cause discomfort. There can be many reasons for your pain. The pain can be coming from your left … read more
Why do we get acne on our face, back, and chest?
Acne is caused by clogged pores (also called hair follicles), which are small openings in the skin through which hair grows. Deep inside each follicle is a hair shaft attached … read more
I’m suffering with bad acne scars and it’s really dropped my confidence. I’m at college and most days I can’t wait to get home. I want to sort it out because I feel that I won’t meet anyone and it will affect my work and social life.
You are not alone. Acne is common among teens and young adults. In fact, in the United States, 85% of young people between the ages of 12-24 will experience some type of acne. … read more
If my girlfriend swallows my semen is it possible that she will get pregnant? Also is it bad for a guy to swallow his own semen?
It is not possible for women to get pregnant from swallowing sperm since there is no connection between the stomach and the uterus, fallopian tubes or ovaries. However, sexually transmitted … read more
I’ve never had sex or done anything sexual in my life. I woke up with a small blue and red sore on my penis near the shaft. I didn’t think much of it until I got a second one a few weeks later. It then went away for about a month and then I got a third bump. My doctor said it was an “ingrown hair”, and said it’s not contagious. I’m scared it can be an STD and it could be contagious.
Good job for making an appointment with your doctor. Anytime you have unexplained symptoms or questions, your doctor is there to help you. Ingrown hairs can be uncomfortable but they … read more
Are there any sports for which guys should wear genital protection? I got hit in the thigh with a fast ball. It left a big purple bruise and just missed my right nut. Should I be wearing a jockstrap and cup? A few guys do, but more don’t.
This is a great question! As you probably have realized, there is a lot more information out there about the use of other protective equipment such as helmets and eyewear … read more