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  1. What Does Your Vaginal Discharge Color Mean?

    Learn what different vaginal discharge colors can signal about your health, from normal variations to signs worth mentioning to your doctor.

    By Laurie R. Hart
  2. What Does It Mean When Your Nipples Hurt?

    Nipple pain is usually harmless, often tied to your cycle, friction, or skin irritation. Here’s how to tell what’s causing it and when to see a doctor.

    By Vanessa Hill
  3. Why Am I in So Much Pain During My Period?

    Period pain is driven by prostaglandins, but severe cramps may signal endometriosis or fibroids. Here’s what’s normal and what’s worth investigating.

    By Paige Barrett
  4. What Size Condom Fits 5 Inches in Length or Girth?

    Finding the right condom size for 5 inches depends on whether you’re measuring length or girth. Here’s how to get an accurate fit.

    By Tiana Adeyemi
  5. Is Masturbation an Addiction? What Science Says

    Masturbation isn’t classified as an addiction, but compulsive sexual behavior is real. Here’s what the science actually says about it.

    By Kristal Chee
  6. What to Do If You Have an STD: Steps to Take Now

    Diagnosed with an STD? Learn what to do next, from starting treatment and notifying partners to retesting and staying healthy going forward.

    By John Hagopian
  7. Why Is My Vagina Itchy Inside? Common Causes

    Internal vaginal itching is usually caused by yeast infections, BV, STIs, or irritants. Learn what each cause looks like and when to see a doctor.

    By Mary Campbell
  8. How to Know When Your Period Is About to Start

    Learn to recognize the physical and emotional signs that your period is on its way, from discharge changes to mood shifts and cycle tracking.

    By Kelly Horton
  9. How to Prevent Menstrual Cramps: What Actually Works

    From timing your ibuprofen right to magnesium supplements, here’s what the evidence actually says about reducing menstrual cramps.

    By Mike Alexander
  10. Signs Your Period Is Coming: What to Watch For

    Learn how to recognize the physical, emotional, and digestive signs that your period is on its way, and how tracking your cycle can help you prepare.

    By Kelly Horton
  11. What to Look for in a Self Breast Exam: Lumps and Changes

    Learn what to look and feel for during a self breast exam, from lumps and skin changes to nipple discharge, and how to tell normal from concerning.

    By Vanessa Hill
  12. How to Get the Morning After Pill: OTC and Rx Options

    Learn where to get emergency contraception, what it costs, how each type works, and which option may be best for you based on timing and body weight.

    By Jessica A. Watson
  13. How Big Should a 16-Year-Old’s Penis Be?

    Penis size varies widely during adolescence. Learn what’s typical at 16, when growth ends, and why comparisons to others are rarely accurate.

    By Adriana Figueroa
  14. What Is the Bulbourethral Gland and What Does It Do?

    The bulbourethral gland is a small but vital part of the male reproductive system, creating a fluid that ensures a safe passage for sperm.

    By Adriana Figueroa