Young Men's Health
How come I always have an erection? It hardly goes away, I wake up with it and go to sleep with it, I always have to cover it up.Erections are really common for guys when they’re going through puberty – morning, afternoon, nighttime, you name it! Why is this? The same hormone that causes you to grow taller, … 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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Is it bad to play multiplayer video games with my friends?
It’s great that you’re paying attention to how playing different games make you feel. Video games are a lot of fun because they engage you in a unique world, challenge … read more
Tell me about male condoms, they really confuse me. Help!
The male condom is a sheath (or covering) worn over the penis during intercourse. It prevents pregnancy by acting as a barrier, preventing semen from entering the vagina so the … read more
I keep hearing that 1 in 6 sexually active adults has herpes, yet many people are asymptomatic and don’t even know they have it. How would they know they have it if they’ve never had symptoms??
I go to the doctor every year for my usual physical, and never had blood work for herpes or any STD. It was never offered and my physician knows I’m … read more
I am 17 and only 5’4″. What can i do if I want to add inches to my height?
Most males have finished growing in height by the age of 16-18. However, this depends on when you started puberty and your genetics (i.e. how tall your parents are). Your … read more
From our blog: TeenSpeak!
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