Young Men's Health
Please I am a sickle cell patient. And my status is SC. What are the kind of foods that are very good to my health?Thanks for your question. People with sickle cell disease should be sure to consume a variety of fruits and vegetables in order to get lots of vitamins and minerals. Try … 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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Our grade got hotel rooms with 5 people to a room on a trip. We had to share beds, and I shared with a guy who liked to sleep naked. I sleep in my boxers, but when I woke up, I was naked and his penis was pressed against me. Is this sexual assault?
Thanks for your question and for seeking support. It is important to know this is not your fault, and you are not alone. Sexual abuse is any unwanted sexual contact. … read more
I am starting to get pubic hairs now, and the bush feels weird. How do I shave my pubic area, especially on the shaft and balls?
Thanks for your question. People shave, remove, or groom pubic hair for many different reasons. It’s important to know that there are no medical benefits to removing pubic hair. For … read more
Recently, my nipples have been sore, and the area around it. What is happening?
Thanks for your question. Nipples can be sore for many reasons. Some common reasons and treatments: Injury. The muscles by the nipple may be sore from physical activity (such as … read more
I’m very athletic and workout plus play many sports. I’m uncut. I’ve been having a large amount of white stinky junk (smegma) on my penis. I wash my penis well. It’s embarrassing in the locker room and when intimate! How do I keep from getting it?
Thanks for your question. Many people have questions about their uncircumcised penis. It’s great that you are taking care of the skin on your penis. In general, we recommend gently … read more
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