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I got very constipated and didn’t go to the bathroom for over a week. When I was able to go, I strained pretty bad. Now my butt is very sore, hurts to sit down, burns, and feels weird when I wipe. What’s going on? Don’t want to ask/show my parents!

Posted November 2, 2021 under Ask Us.

Thanks for your question. Constipation can be caused by many things. It can also cause a lot of abdominal (belly) pain as well as pain by the anus. The pain … read more

I am feeling really tired all the time, quite thirsty, nauseous and vomiting. I’m not peeing often, but when I am, it is longer than usual. These are all symptoms of diabetes, but I don’t know how to ask my parents to take me to the hospital.

Posted October 29, 2021 under Ask Us.

Thanks for your question. Many different things, including diabetes, can cause your symptoms. Whenever you are having symptoms, it is a good idea to talk to your health care provider. … read more

I was drunk and made the dumb decision to masturbate with hand sanitizer. My skin was very red for a couple of days and today is peeling like crazy. I am embarrassed to tell my parents. What do I do? Do I need medical support?

Posted October 22, 2021 under Ask Us.

Thanks for your question. People use and try many different things when masturbating. Your skin is probably irritated from the hand sanitizer. You can try using a moisturizer for sensitive … read more

My dad had a kidney stone and was crying in pain. He never cries! Is there something I can do so I never have one? Are they genetic?

Posted October 15, 2021 under Ask Us.

Thanks for your questions. Kidney stones are small stones that form in your kidneys. People with kidney stones may have the following symptoms: Pain in their abdomen (belly) or side … read more

When the sperm is about to be released and you move out your penis from the vagina and pull out, can a woman get pregnant?

Posted October 4, 2021 under Ask Us.

Thanks for your question. We get a lot of questions about “withdrawal” or the “pull out” method. The withdrawal method is when a person with male reproductive organs withdraws their … read more

I’ve just arrived at college very far away from home, and although nothing is wrong with school, I feel too far and want to go home. I’m sad and crying all the time, but I don’t want my family to think I’m quitting. I don’t know what to do.

Posted October 1, 2021 under Ask Us.

Thank you so much for reaching out and we are sorry to hear that your transition has been difficult. While the start of college can be an exciting time, it … read more

How do I get a full 8 hours of sleep?

Posted September 29, 2021 under Ask Us.

Sleep is super important to your overall health, both mentally and physically. Settling back into a routine that balances school, homework, after school activities, work, and/or sports can be challenging. … read more

I don’t understand if I have been sober why do I always revert to my old habits no matter how long I do stay sober?

Posted September 23, 2021 under Ask Us.

Thank you for your question. This must be frustrating, considering all of the progress you’ve made so far in getting sober. Let’s first acknowledge this feat and all of the … read more

I found out a few months ago, my mom died of leukemia cancer, I felt horrible about it, I cried a lot, I have been feeling quiet and kinda sad lately, what can I do?

Posted September 17, 2021 under Ask Us.

Thank you so much for reaching out about this. We are so sorry to hear about your loss. It sounds like you are worried about the feelings you are having … read more

So I wanted to masturbate. First, I couldn’t get hard, so I quit, but then I noticed blood on my penis. Can this be caused by too much masturbation? I have masturbated on a daily basis for 5 months and never experienced any problems.

Posted September 13, 2021 under Ask Us.

Thanks for your question. Some common reasons for having blood on your penis include: The skin on the penis has become irritated. This can be due to lots of things, including not having … read more