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  • How do women and girls masturbate?
    Most guys figure out pretty easily what to do to get themselves off, but the female body is more complicated and mysterious....
  • What is a 'Blue Waffle'?
    When someone refers to a "Blue Waffle," they're not referring to your typical blueberry breakfast-food. A "waffle" is a slang...
  • What can you do about bad vaginal odor?
    Tips to get rid of vaginal odor: - Wash the area with mild soap and warm water - Wear loose clothing. Tighter clothing can...
  • What might cause vaginal swelling?
    Your vulval tissues are very delicate. If they are treated roughly, the skin may be damaged causing blood to race to the surface...
  • Why would a woman leak breast milk if she's not pregnant?
    Perhaps there are many possible factors such as:1. GROWTH HORMONES (GH) or somatotrophin and chicken prolactin/ovine prolactin...
  • What causes vaginal sores?
    Lots of different things can cause vaginal sores. The best option would be to go to your gynecologist. He or she is a...
  • How can you stop vaginal itching and swelling?
    An allergic reaction could cause this or a number of infections, which are not necessarily passed on by having sexual contact. Do...
  • What would spotting pinkish brownish discharge a few days off and on before your period mean?
    Brown vaginal discharge can also be a symptom of some serious medical conditions. Answer You have some spotting when you...
  • What would having brownish spotting in between periods mean?
    Brown vaginal discharge is most often associated with old endometrial tissues. If your period is late you might get a brown,...
  • Is discharge after intercourse normal?
    like males women also ejaculate fluid when they have an orgasim. the discarge can be from one tea spoon in amount to one cup. it...
  • What might cause frequent irregular periods?
    Frequent Irregular Periods I am not a doctor, but this is from a website - can I recommend that you see your doctor? Abnormal...
  • How can you increase the size of your breasts?
    If you're willing to consider a surgical solution, the usual option is to have breast implants inserted. It's a drastic and...
  • What is the fastest and easiest way to get a big butt?
    How to Get a Big ButtThat is kind of funny! But, that's because I'm from a generation that worked hard to keep them small. So,...
  • Why would you have all the symptoms of a period but no blood?
    AnswerEither you are late for your period this month or you could be pregnant. Take a pregnancy test or go see a doctor....
  • What could cause lumps and painful blisters in and around the vaginal area?
    It still sounds like an STD to me. You could have gotten it from oral sex or from being masterbated by your partner. You should...
  • What does it mean if you ovulated late and had white or clear discharge five days after ovulation?
    AnswerI don't think it means anything, Usually a whitish or clear discharge means that you are going through ovulation. Remember...
  • What drug store sells Equaline products?
    shaws does.. and most likely all supervalu stores as well
  • Is it normal for the labia majora to be asymmetrical has a large flap on one side and almost none on the other?
    Hey girls :) I have the same problem, and I'm sure hundreds of other girls are in the same boat. If the guy is too imature to...
  • Can losing a lot of weight affect your menstrual cycle?
    Yes, losing weight can affect your menstrual cycle. This happens for several reasons. One, as stated below, is due to a lack of...
  • Is ADHD different in women?
    I was diagnosed about 5 years ago, and could see the ADHD all down the road behind me. As a female, the ADHD tends to manifest in...
  • What is the best way to stop masturbating?
    Comments for stopping: Find a hobby! you're not alone, most boys/men when they find themselves alone with nothing to do turn...
  • Will peeing after sex help stop bladder infections?
    AnswerYES! Yes it will! I used to get very bad infections! I finally got a female doctor to help me find ways to preventing the...
  • Can you have a yeast infection while on your period?
    Yes, you can.  Answer Yes. It sucks. Ouch. :( But unfortunately, you probably can't effectively use the treatment creams...
  • What is an areola and what does it look like?
    Montgomery's Glands was named for William F. Montgomery, an Irish obstetrician (1797 - 1859). Glands of Montgomery are sebaceous...
  • Does ADHD exist in women?
    Many girls and women with ADD/ADHD are often undiagnosed because their symptoms look different from those in boys or men. Many...
  • Can the penis damage the womb during sex?
    There is an unfortunate species called the Been Weevil which has a penis resembling a spiked club that scars the females...
  • Can you have sex if you have a yeast infection?
    You can but it is not advisable as it can result in it being spread and can be painful. Guys, our experiences are different. I...
  • Where do eggs go after partial hysterectomy?
    After a partial hysterectomy the eggs released from the ovaries are absorbed into the blood stream.
  • What causes stomach pains during your period?
    The uterus is a muscle that tightens and relaxes which can cause jabbing or cramp-like pain.
  • Why would you still be bleeding after your regular cycle?
    You could just have a heavy period this month. If it doesn't get lighter or stop within a week, call your doctor.
  • What happens if you have unprotected sex while coming off birth control?
    You're most likely to get pregnant
  • Masturbating can increase breast size in women?
    No it does not.
  • What could be wrong for a female to have discharge that does not smell and lower back pain stomach pain and frequent urination?
    I read recently in Yahoo health that these symptoms can be associated with ovarian cancer, which was previously thought to be...
  • Change to wearing thong bikini underwear cause a yeast infection teenage girl?
    Having sex has nothing to do with yeast infections. And I wouldn't think thong underwear would either. But if her underwear...
  • Is constant discharge normal?
    If you are talking about mucus discharge, and not blood, then YES. Your cervix is always producing mucus, and the amount differs...
  • What could cause you to miss your period three months in a row if you are a virgin?
    If you are still a virgin and haven't had a guy come near your vagina, then you aren't pregnant. You may need to see a doctor,...
  • Is there any way you can delay your period except the contraceptive pill?
    If you are on the pill, you can skip it.  Depo If you take the shop depo provera (not sure on spelling) you will not have a...
  • If you have been diagnosed with HPV cervical dysplasia do you have to tell future partners about it?
    HPV is a sexually-transmitted infection. Contracting it increases your risks of cervical cancer significantly. By having sex...
  • Is there be a problem if on an 8 day menstrual cycle you periods begin with spotting and disappear by 6th day and on 8th day again there is spotting?
    This would only be abnormal if the spotting on the eighth day is bright red. Actually, I have always happened this to me -...
  • What could cause your period to be a month late if you are not sexually active?
    There could be a number of things. A lot of women need to have their period "restarted" by medications occasionally for some...
  • Is it normal to stop having periods after going off birth control?
    sometimes it takes your cycle a few months to get back on track. what were you taking? its very common to not get your peiod...
  • Does an illness make your period late?
    Some illnesses can in some people, especially those illnesses that involve the endocrine system and hormone production, such as...
  • What could the problem be if after a few days of lots of sex the vagina is really painful has a bit of discharge itches a lot is swollen and has light white specks on the inside of the vaginal opening?
    Sounds like you had "lots" of sex indeed. Your vagina might just be freaked out from all the activity and it's highly irritated....
  • What could be wrong if you are spotting blood in your urine and feel cramps in your stomach area and should you consult a doctor?
    Yes, you should consult a doctor about the blood in your urine. Hematuria means blood in the urine. Microscopic hematuria means...
  • What could cause genital swelling and redness?
    Any number of conditions could cause this, so do not try to cope with it on your own. See a doctor or Specialist Clinic. Your...
  • Is 42c a 40d bra size?
    No, but they are so close in size that if you fit one, you would fit the other reasonably well. Either might the correct fit for...
  • If your vulva has been really swollen and darkened in color for over a year but you have no pain itching or irritation is this normal or do you need to see a gynecologist?
    There is probably nothing wrong, but if I were you, I'd go to the doctor anyway. Just to be sure. I don't agree. Any unusual...
  • Can you get a STD after a total hysterectomy?
    I was looking for factual back up on this question and found that it has been asked by many people on many forums. So far no one...
  • How do know if it is pregnancy or just a yeast infection?
    I don't really know but when I first got pregnant before I knew I was I got a yeast infection, but don't use monastate one or any...
  • Is it safe to dye your hair while you are pregnant?
    Of Course it depends on the Woman. if you wanted to be on the safe side, you could defanantly use the shampoo dye. It does not...
  • How much should a woman of 5 foot 6 weigh?
    120 lbs
  • Is it normal to get your period 3 times in a month?
    umm no da! no its not!
  • Does a push up bra make your boobs look bigger?
    Yes it can
  • What could cause a change in the color of your period?
    You say you have been told that you have a hormone 'imbalance'. Your hormones control your periods and so they are also likely to...
  • How likely is it for an adolescent to have breast cancer?
    Likelihood of an Adolescent Having Breast CancerIt is possible, but not probable. Even at the age of 25-30, it is considered very...
  • Is 37 too old to get pregnant?
    No. There are many women having healthy pregnancies well into their 40's and even 50's today.
  • How can you reduce vaginal lip swelling?
    Stop using irritating products such as soaps,baby wipes etc.
  • Is something wrong if a 20-year-old suddenly starts getting her period every two weeks?
    AnswerDo you have kids? Because one of my friends has there period every 2 weeks somtimes and then sometimes she has it for 2...
  • What causes high pulse rate during pregnancy?
    It is drop in vascular resistance caused by progesterone that leads to an increase in pulse, and decrease in blood pressure.
  • How much do curves employees make?
    As a current Curves trainer, I can say that I made below minimum wage ($6.15) when I began training for the position in April of...
  • What does slim fast do to your body?
    Well, if your follow the exact instructions on the product and stick to an additional diet, you might get slim fast. The problem...
  • How would a man insert a tampon in his ass?
    Yes a man can i have done it before and it felt great
  • Can other people smell the odor from your discharge even if you are not having sex?
    The answer is, YES! When dating my husdband before we ever had intercourse, i would smell his semen while we were kissing. I told...
  • How do you fix a constant itch outside your vaginal lips where your underwear goes?
    This may sound a bit too simple, nevertheless... Many women are allergic to certain types of underwear material and colors (or...
  • Can you get breast cancer after mastectomy?
    Yes. As with any type or form of cancer, the cancerous cells can re-appear in that area or in another area at any time. A friend...
  • Is it normal to have recurrent yeast infection after abortion?
    I don't think this is a yeast infection. You most likely have a bacterial infection that will get treated with Flagyl or...
  • What are the symptoms of pregnancy after you have had a tubal ligation?
    MY DAUGHTER IS 11 YEARS OLD. I HAD MY TUBES TIED,CLIPPED, AND BURNT AFTER I HAD HER. NOW I AM PREGNANT AGAIN 11 YEARS LATER WHILE...
  • What is the tss transylvania?
    TSS Transylvania was the name of two British passenger steamships: Transylvania I (1914-1917), and Transylvania II (1925-1940)....
  • Is there anything you can do about very irregular periods?
    You should try to go on the birth control pill. It usually helps with getting a period regular and you will only have it once...
  • Can a vegetarian diet increase your estrogen level?
    Certain studies have indicated that soy may increase estrogen levels in the body. So if your vegetarian diet included a lot of...
  • What does it feel like being a girl?
    it feels like a human being to be a girl. a teenage girl just wants a guy to love her and shower her with love.
  • How do you know if you tore your peritoneum?
    ---- You know because when you get a blow job, it will pop XD
  • What could cause female back pain if you are not pregnant?
    Some women get back pain during or near menstruation. However, your back pain doesn't necessarily have anything to do with the...
  • What is a small pimple like bump above your clitoris?
    Could be many things, although it's probably just a small harmless wart or such. If it doesn't go away or starts causing pain or...
  • Can wearing low cut tight jeans cause hips to look indented and irregular?
    I am 17, been wearing low cut, considerably tight jeans for about 4 years. I have naturally wide hips, but they curve in around...
  • What is the world's longest menstruation period?
    I am 16 years old. Mine once lasted for 65 Days with super heavy flow. Using up to 8 tampons a day and still leaking. I am...
  • Is lower pelvic movement normal?
    AnswerI'm not an expert and I do have IBS. I have light cases and strong cases and I have cases were it starts and stops. Light...
  • What is the worst kind of cancer?
    Pancreatic cancer generally has the lowest survival rate.
  • How do you use witch hazel to tighten the vagina?
    sounds like a way to make her outrun a deer.Tighten the muscles can be done by special exercise.If she had a baby, breast feeding...
  • What age can girls breastfeed?
    When they get pregnant
  • Is it normal to bleed lightly for a couple of days after you have sex for the first time?
    Yes, a lot of women bleed after sex. If you are bleeding a lot or it doesn't stop, you should see a doctor, it could be serious....
  • What would cause a teenager's breasts to itch and is it normal?
    Yes, it can be normal and can be caused by hormones and/or breast growth/development. If you have a rash, then you need to be...
  • Lump on bottom left breast?
    Contact your doctor to find out what it is. He/she will schedule you for a mammogram.
  • What causes cold sweaty feet?
    It can be caused by hyperthyroidsm, obesity, Phyciatric disorders or even menopause. It can also be a genetic trait called focal...
  • Is surrogacy legal in denmark?
    Yes! Altruistic surrogacy is legal in Denmark, but commercial surrogacy is strictly prohibited. Since prohibition of commercial...
  • What is uterine involution?
    Uterine involution is a term for when the uterus shrinks back into it's normal shape after a cow has calved and passed the...
  • What might cause vaginal sores besides yeast infections or STDs?
    these are called vaginal warts. i have had a few removed by laser. they come from a common wart on a person's hand or finger. not...
  • Can using spit as lube cause vaginal infections?
    Considering we have thousands of bacteria in our mouths it might. We only have about 10% of bacteria in the private parts. But...
  • How do you clean your vagina after masterbating?
    You clean the vulva as normal with water and soap. The inside, the vagina, is self cleaning. That is why you have discharge....
  • Can a vaginal bacterial infection clear up on its own?
    No,you need to see a doctor
  • What makes your urine orange?
    Being dehydrated, certain foods or medications.
  • Does bloating go away after a period?
    Yes, during your period when it gets lighter and lighter and eventually stops your boosting will go away as well.
  • How can we know about virginity status of a girl?
    Same as for a guy - you ask. There are no other ways.
  • What would happen if rubbing alcohol was applied to the vaginal area?
    There is no reason anyone should be asking this or DOING this. Answer I got razor burn from shaving and so i rubbed rubbing...
  • Can you carry a baby without fallopian tubes and ovaries?
    You cannot become pregnant but you could carry a baby.
  • When can you start pumping breast milk?
    When colostrum comes in during late pregnancy, your nipples can leak it. However, you should NOT pump before you are considered...
  • Is bleeding from the urethra normal during menstruation?
    I would say no, it's not normal and to get it checked by a doctor. But how can you tell where it's coming from? It may just seem...
  • Your nipples are always hard is there something wrong?
    If you mean that they are always erect it is normal and nothing wrong with you.
  • Can you ice your vagina to stop swelling from a yeast infection?
    Yes but don't leave the ice on too long. Try a cool bath with salts or baking soda. Or tucks they have witch hazel in them to...
  • How many ways can you lose your virginity?
    When doctors talk about losing virginity they usually mean the vaginal one and that can only happen through vaginal intercourse...