Young Men's Health
Hi. I was diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) a few months ago, and have been on medicine for about two weeks (Fluoxetine). I noticed along with a lot of other side effects that I have been feeling more manic. I have always had bipolar symptoms, but stronger depression, but for some reason doctors don’t notice it. Should I mention it? I don’t want to switch to another medicine and get fat again. I am so confused…This sounds like a troubling time for you. I am not sure if your medication was prescribed by your primary care provider or a psychiatrist. Manic symptoms is one of the … read more
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Why do I have wet dreams twice a week?
Wet dreams or “nocturnal emissions” are very common during puberty. They happen while you’re sleeping and typically during or after a dream about sex. Most teen boys and young adults … read more
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
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