Young Men's Health
I have a bad memory and can’t concentrate of my studies. Why is this happening?There are many research studies that have shown that lack of sleep causes poor concentration (brain fog) and memory problems which in turn can affect your academic performance. Teens in … 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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I was having sex with a girl, I didn’t have a condom on, I only had on my underwear so did she. Our underwear got pretty damp, and I was wondering can she get pregnant? I didn’t ejaculate.
This is a really common question. Pregnancy almost always happens when sperm (either cum or pre-cum) gets into the vagina during vaginal sex (penis in the vagina). If some sperm … read more
I spend a lot of time texting with my friends. Is it possible to be addicted to texting?
Texting is a great way to keep in touch with friends and family, but since it is a less intimate form of communication, there can be drawbacks. You may feel … read more
I had sex with my girlfriend during her menstruation period. We used a male condom and weeks later I developed a cough. Rumor has it that it’s connected to what we did and that the cough never stops and has no cure. Could this be true?
Thanks for your question and congrats on using condoms when you have sex! There are many “rumors” and myths about sex. This is a rumor. There is no particular danger … read more
Is it bad if I don’t usually have an erection and if it’s highly rare for one to occur?
Not getting an erection is only “bad” if you are trying to have one and experience difficulty. Having an erection involves more than just a guy’s penis. The brain, nerves, … 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...