Why do nipples get hard during arousal?

Nipples become erect (hard) because the muscles inside them and underneath them contract. This is thought to happen in both males and females during sexual arousal due to the release of the hormone oxytocin. Oxytocin is the same canadianpharmtabs.com hormone that causes a woman’s nipples to become erect during breastfeeding. It’s not known exactly why nipples become erect during sexual arousal, […]

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Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infects the liver. There’s a very effective vaccine that prevents HBV infection. The vaccine is usually given to babies, but some teens, especially those from other countries may have not received the vaccine. Check with your health care provider to make sure you’ve received all of your shots. Who gets Hepatitis B? Anyone can get Hepatitis […]

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Emergency Contraception

Even though guys can’t get pregnant, it’s important to know about emergency contraception if you are having sex with a female partner. What is emergency contraception? Emergency contraception (EC) is a backup method of birth control that a woman can use to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex. Even though you may have heard EC called the “morning-after pill”, there is […]

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Why do I have wet dreams twice a week?

Wet dreams or “nocturnal emissions” are very common during puberty. They happen while you’re sleeping and typically during or after a dream about sex. Most teen boys and young adults have them. Some guys have them every day, others a couple of times a week and some guys may have them only once in a while or not at all. […]

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Can precum make a girl pregnant?

“Precum” is the clear fluid that typically leaks out of the penis before a male ejaculates. The medical word for this fluid is called “pre-ejaculate.” Pre-ejaculate fluid often contains sperm and so it is possible for a girl to become pregnant if her partner’s penis comes in contact with her vagina, even if ejaculation doesn’t happen. Source: Read Full Article

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Making Healthy Sexual Decisions

You may be thinking about what it means to be involved in a sexual relationship. As a young adult, it’s normal to think about sex, have sexual feelings, and have a desire to learn more about your own body. Deciding to have a sexual relationship is an important decision since it involves both your body and your emotions. You need […]

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Is there any way you can get free condoms delivered to your home discreetly? I just can’t walk into the health department or Walmart!

If you Google “free condoms” you’ll find some organizations that will send you sample condoms in discreet packaging, free of charge. This will give you a chance to try different styles of both male and female condoms which will help you figure out what type of condom you like the best. Since you won’t be able to receive free samples […]

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I’ve noticed lately my semen is a different color like a brownish yellow. I feel fine I just think something’s wrong.

Semen is typically white-grayish in color but it may appear yellow at times since urine passes through the same tube (urethra) that semen passes through. Brown colored semen suggests old blood which can be a sign of irritation and/or infection. Any time there is a change in the color of your semen that lasts more than a couple of days, […]

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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 the time. Many teens worry about the doctor telling their parents or someone else, so if you are concerned about this, tell your doctor you want the conversation to remain […]

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