Young Men's Health
I’m 15 turning 16, and when I have an erection my foreskin doesn’t go back. Is this a problem or will it go away when I’m older?Congrats on wanting to make sure you’re healthy. This is a common question. Sometimes your foreskin can go back (or retract) on its own when you have an erection. If … 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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Every time I make out with my girlfriend I ejaculate. This has been a problem for years now. And sometimes even if we cuddle I ejaculate. What is going on?
Congrats on wanting to make sure your body is healthy. The amount of time between stimulation and when you ejaculate is considered your ejaculatory latency time. Ejaculatory latency time can … read more
I’m almost always tired throughout the day and at school, but usually have trouble going to sleep at night. I’ll just get to bed and be awake still for hours. How do I go to sleep faster? Do things like taking melatonin supplements help?
Thanks for your question. There are lots of things can affect sleep including loud noises, bright lights, stress, and recent physical activity. Some people also can have a tough time … read more
Hey, so I’m having a little bit of a concern with my penis. My girlfriend and I are planning to have oral sex this week but I’m afraid she won’t want to because of PPP. How do I explain to her that it’s not harmful and should I wear a condom?
Thanks for your question and wanting to make sure you have safe, enjoyable sex with your girlfriend. As you know, pearly penile papules (PPP) are small, benign (non-cancerous) bumps in … read more
The coronavirus is spreading. I don’t want to get it. What should I do?
Thanks for your question. Right now a lot of people share your concerns. The coronavirus is a virus. Symptoms can include: fever, cough, shortness of breath, and body aches. If … read more
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