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Is it weird that my foreskin can stretch like an elastic?

Posted February 19, 2013 under Ask Us.

The foreskin is the protective layer of skin that covers the glans (head) of the penis. This skin is very elastic because as you go through puberty, it slowly becomes … read more

What is an orgasm?

Posted February 12, 2013 under Ask Us.

An orgasm is a complex physiologic event that involves hormones, blood vessels, the nervous system, and emotions. In guys, it results in ejaculation of semen, a fluid which contains sperm … read more

I feel like I have a male hormone disorder. What should I do? I’m so scared to go to the doctor.

Posted February 5, 2013 under Ask Us.

I’m reading an article about male hormone disorder, and I feel like I have it. What should I do? I’m so scared to go to the doctor. Hormonal problems such … read more

I got a painful rug burn on my penis. What should I do?

Posted January 29, 2013 under Ask Us.

I got like a rug burn on my junk after I dry-humped my gf. It hurts like crazy. How can I get it to go away? How can I avoid … read more

My penis is only 3 inches when it’s hard. Is there anything I can do to make it bigger?

Posted January 22, 2013 under Ask Us.

The hormone testosterone normally causes the penis grows in length and width as boys go through puberty. Therefore, penile length depends not just on your age, but what stage of … read more

Can a guy like anal play and not be gay?

Posted January 15, 2013 under Ask Us.

Engaging in/enjoying anal play doesn’t mean that you’re gay. In 2010, a paper titled “Heterosexual Anal Sexuality and Anal Sex Behaviors: A Review” was published in the Journal of Sex … read more

I used a sex toy and I’m concerned that it caused retrograde ejaculation. Is this possible?

Posted January 8, 2013 under Ask Us.

Retrograde ejaculation occurs when the seminal fluid is emptied in to the bladder instead of out of the penis. If you have had an orgasm but no ejaculate came out, … read more

I feel awkward getting my private parts examined by a doctor, but I know I need to. What should I do?

Posted December 18, 2012 under Ask Us.

Before you get undressed, speak up and share with your health care provider (HCP) that you feel awkward about this part of the exam. Together you can discuss ways to … read more

What’s the point of an adams apple?

Posted December 11, 2012 under Ask Us.

The “Adam’s Apple” is made up of the thyroid cartilage which surrounds the larynx, or voice box. During puberty in males, the larynx grows (causing the male voice to lower) … read more

Why do some women have sex if they don’t orgasm?

Posted December 4, 2012 under Ask Us.

People choose to have sex for a variety of reasons – to connect emotionally with others in a very intimate way, to experience physical pleasure (including, but not limited to … read more