Young Men's Health
How safe is it to jog in the dark?It is great that you are interested in jogging and want to learn about how to run safely. Jogging has many positive benefits on physical and mental health. Running outside … 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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How safe is it to use ride-share services?
We are glad you want to know more about ride-share services! Ride-share services are companies (like Uber and LYFT) that allow you to order a ride using an app on … read more
My girlfriend and I had oral sex for the first time. She freaked out because she said my stuff smelled like bleach, so she spit it out. Is that a normal smell? This is how mine always smells.
Thanks for your question. Many people have questions about oral sex. Oral sex is any contact between someone’s mouth, lips, and/or tongue with another person’s genitals. Everyone’s genitals and genital … read more
I’m a 17 year old, and I just had a doctor’s appointment where my doctor did a physical exam and did a testicle exam. Do doctors make you masturbate in front of them or do something similar?
Thanks for your question. Getting an annual physical exam is an important part of taking care of your health. A doctor will typically do a testicular exam during an annual … read more
I think I have trichotillomania. When I was 12 years old, I started pulling my hair out of my head to the point where I developed a bald spot. My parents are both doctors, but I don’t think they know what trichotillomania is because they’ve noticed, but haven’t really done anything to help me. I am really insecure about it…help!
Glad you wrote us about this problem because it happens to lots of other youth who may have similar questions. Trichotillomania (trik-o-till-o-MAY-nee-uh) (TTM), also called the “hair pulling disorder,” is … 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...
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