Young Men's Health
Why is it important to know the facts about reproduction?Most people think of “reproduction” in terms of “human” reproduction, or the continued existence of our species. It’s important to know how humans can “reproduce” or make babies so that … read more
Welcome to Young Men's Health, a website for teen guys and young men featuring up-to-date health information. Here, you can find answers to your questions, health guides, & more!
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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When I sit down for a long time, (ex. long road trips, sitting for exams, long classes) I get a short erection that goes away after a few minutes. But it’s very distracting every time it happens and kind of embarrassing. Is there a tip to prevent them or reduce the frequency?
Having unexpected erections, especially during puberty, is totally normal. They usually happen when a guy thinks about something sexual but they can happen for any other reason too. Unexpected erections … read more
In the last 4 days I have noticed hard white stuff on the head of my penis. My foreskin feels tight when I am erect and it is itchy and burns. My pee hole is always red and burning. What can I do?
Your symptoms suggest that you may have a sexually transmitted infection (STI) but only your health care provider can tell for sure. Symptoms vary with each STI but typically they … read more
I met this girl I really like, but I’m afraid to tell her because I’m a really shy person. I’m okay talking with most girls, but she’s different. Help!
It’s normal to feel shy around your crush because you care about what they think. You can start a conversation by finding something you have in common. Are you in … read more
I started to flow my stuff when I was about 10 years old. I’m 13 now and the amount of sperm that comes out hasn’t increased. Is there anything odd about this?
This sounds totally normal. Young men usually start ejaculating 2 years after they begin to develop pubic hair. The liquid that comes out is actually called semen and each ejaculation of … read more
From our blog: TeenSpeak!
With plant-based eating gaining popularity around the world, a new wave in food science and technology has emerged that is specifically focused on the development of “fake meat” or plant-based meats. You’ve probably heard about these products in the news and on social media and...
Drinking raw milk has become a popular “natural” food trend in the past few years due to rumors of it having certain health benefits. But, what even is raw milk? Is it safe? There is a lot of misleading information out there about raw milk...
You might have heard that different macronutrients such as carbohydrates, fats, and proteins all play different roles in the body once they are broken down from the food you eat. Carbohydrates provide us with quick, usable energy, fats play a role in ensuring hormones function...