Young Men's Health
Does pubic lice cause any damage to a guy’s sperm or penis?No. Pubic lice is usually spread by sexual contact or from infected sheets, towels or clothes and causes intense itching. The insect itself will not harm your sperm or penis … read more
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Why do I have bumps on the side of my penis?
The answer to your question will depend on whether the bumps are new or painful and what the bumps look like. Unfortunately, it’s not possible to tell exactly what the … read more
What does a doctor do when they examine a 19-year-old’s privates? Is the patient’s underwear on or off? Is the doctor wearing gloves? Is the patient standing or lying down?
A yearly check-up for a male teen goes something like this: Most health care providers understand that it can be embarrassing to have a complete physical exam. There may be … read more
What types of foods should I eat and avoid in order to build muscle?
There are no specific foods that someone should eat or avoid when trying to build muscle. This is done by eating a healthy intake, and weight training. The media would … read more
My girlfriend and I use condoms when we have intercourse. She recently started school and marching band camp. Her period is now a week late but she won’t take a pregnancy test. When and how can I convince her to take a test, or is the delay due to stress?
Male condoms are 98% effective if they are used correctly and every time you have intercourse. If not used perfectly every time, they are only 82% effective. It may be … read more
I am bisexual and want to know about gay anal sex. Is it bad to have anal sex or what?
It is neither good nor bad to have anal sex. It is a preference, but just like sex between men and women, having sex comes with risks. According to the … read more
I just turned 14 and am going to start high school. I have a lot of social media accounts (Snapchat, Instagram, Facebook, etc.), and am a little worried because there have been a lot of reports of cyberbullying at my new school. How can I make sure my accounts have the best privacy settings, so that what I share doesn’t get to people I don’t want seeing it?
One of the best ways to help ensure your privacy while using social media is to really know how the site or app works–watch their quick video tutorials, look at … read more
I have a bad memory and can’t concentrate of my studies. Why is this happening?
There are many research studies that have shown that lack of sleep causes poor concentration (brain fog) and memory problems which in turn can affect your academic performance. Teens in … read more
I was having sex with a girl, I didn’t have a condom on, I only had on my underwear so did she. Our underwear got pretty damp, and I was wondering can she get pregnant? I didn’t ejaculate.
This is a really common question. Pregnancy almost always happens when sperm (either cum or pre-cum) gets into the vagina during vaginal sex (penis in the vagina). If some sperm … read more
I spend a lot of time texting with my friends. Is it possible to be addicted to texting?
Texting is a great way to keep in touch with friends and family, but since it is a less intimate form of communication, there can be drawbacks. You may feel … read more