Young Men's HealthThe external (male) condom is a sheath (covering) worn over the penis during sexual activity. It prevents pregnancy by acting as a barrier, preventing semen from entering the vagina so … read more
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College Health: Sexual Health, Relationships, and Resources
Sexual Health People make lots of decisions about their sexuality during college, including whether to abstain from sexual intercourse or to become/continue being sexually active. Other sexuality issues that decisions are made … read more
Chlamydia
What is chlamydia? Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Chlamydia can infect: The penis, specifically the urethra Anus Vagina Cervix Fallopian tubes Eyes How common … 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
If I’ve got some kind of a pimple like a little ball at the bottom part of my scrotum and some spots on my penis head, does it mean I have syphilis?
It’s really hard to know without seeing the area, so I think it’s important to see your doctor and get tested, which is pretty easy. Syphilis is typically transmitted by … read more
Why is there blood in my semen? One of my testicles is also twice the size of the other, and they hurt to be touched.
This sounds like a concerning situation that you should talk to your medical provider about. It’s possible you have a sexually transmitted infection, though your symptoms could also be connected … read more
A month ago I got a penis irritation that was extremely painful to touch. After not touching it for a week or two and applying rash cream, it still hurts when you move/rub your finger across the head. Going to the doctor IS NOT an option, I need help!
It can be hard to go to the doctor with a concern that might seem embarrassing but it can be very important and most doctors talk about these issues all … read more
My girlfriend’s vagina has a funny fishy smell. What is it?
It’s possible that your girlfriend has bacterial vaginosis, however, she should make an appointment with her health care provider and get checked. Bacterial vaginosis is a type of vaginal infection. … read more
If you have sex with a girl and the condom breaks – do you instantly get an STI if she has one?
No, you don’t instantly get an STI if the condom breaks, but it definitely increases your risk. Different STIs have different transmission rates, so it’s definitely safest to get tested … read more