Young Men's Health
I’m a college freshman and went to a party. Had way too much to drink. I woke up naked in bed with a naked girl. Dried cum was everywhere and no sign of condoms. I did not consent to sex but guys don’t get raped. What if she had gotten pregnant?Thanks for your question. It’s a common myth that guys don’t get raped. The truth is anyone, regardless of gender identity, can experience sexual assault or rape. Sexual assault cannot … read more
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Are blue balls really a thing? My friend says I need to jerk off a lot or my balls will turn blue.
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I’m uncut and it’s never bothered me until now. Seeing guys in gym class makes me very self conscious. I want to be circumcised. Talking with my best friend, I don’t have to use lube/spit and my penis is way more sensitive than his. Should I do it?
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I’m 15 and a virgin. In health class we were talking about the HPV vaccine. Coach said it could possible prevent certain cancers. My parents asked why I wanted it if I was a virgin. Should I wait until I’m sexually active to get the vaccine?
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The tip of my penis has been burning when pee comes out when I haven’t had water for a while. I’m not sexually active, the doctor said I don’t have a UTI, and I don’t have any other symptoms. This has been happening for 3 weeks. Can someone help?
Thanks for your question. A few of the common things that can cause burning when you pee include: Local Irritation. This can include small cuts or abrasions on your penis … read more
After shaving my nether regions, I often get ingrown hairs. I have one that I popped many months ago. It seems to just keep scabbing over itself and is now a small mass of skin. I have been tested so I know it is not an STD. Any advice?
Thanks for your question. Whenever there is a mass of skin by your penis, it’s always a good idea to get checked for a sexually transmitted infection (STI). Since you’ve … read more
We are required to wear jockstraps in our PE class at school. I’ve heard of wearing a cup for protection in some sports, but what is the purpose of wearing a regular jockstrap without a cup?
Thanks for your question. A jock strap and cups can be helpful protective gear for sports, just like a helmet. A jock strap helps keep the penis and testicles close … read more
I recently received both of my meningitis vaccines during my check-up before leaving for college. The nurse gave me one injection in my right arm and one injection in my left arm. How long do I have to wait before receiving my COVID vaccine?
Congratulations on getting both of the meningitis vaccines and deciding to get the COVID vaccine, as both are super! For starters, the meningococcal vaccine helps protect teens against meningococcal bacteria … read more
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