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  1. Why Does My Stomach Hurt Before My Period?

    Prostaglandins, bloating, and inflammation explain most premenstrual stomach pain. Learn what’s normal, when to see a doctor, and how to find relief.

    By Mike Alexander
  2. What to Do After an Unprotected One-Night Stand

    Had unprotected sex? Here’s what steps to take, from emergency contraception to STI prevention and testing timelines.

    By John Hagopian
  3. How to Stop Vaginal Itching: Causes & Relief

    Vaginal itching has several common causes, each with different treatments. Learn what’s likely behind your symptoms and how to find relief.

    By Mary Campbell
  4. What Does It Mean When Your Discharge Is Clear?

    Clear discharge is usually normal, but the amount and timing can vary. Learn what’s typical across your cycle, pregnancy, and menopause.

    By Mary Campbell
  5. What Is Considered a High Sex Drive for a Woman?

    Libido varies widely among women. Learn what shapes sexual desire, what the research shows, and how to make sense of your own experience.

    By Wesley Drake
  6. What Is the Most Common STD in the US: HPV or Chlamydia?

    HPV and chlamydia are both called the most common STD in the US—here’s why both answers are technically correct and what the numbers actually show.

    By Erin Warner
  7. How to Know If You’re About to Start Your Period

    Learn the common physical and emotional signs that your period is on its way, and how to tell them apart from other conditions.

    By Kelly Horton
  8. Why Am I Having So Much Brown Discharge?

    Brown discharge is usually just old blood, but your cycle, hormones, or health conditions can all play a role. Here’s what’s likely causing it.

    By Laurie R. Hart
  9. How to Get Rid of Fordyce Spots on the Penis

    Fordyce spots are harmless, but treatments like CO2 laser and micropunch surgery can remove them if they bother you.

    By Casey Baker
  10. Why Your Period Is Late But You’re Not Pregnant

    A late period doesn’t always mean pregnancy. Learn the common reasons your cycle may be delayed, from stress and diet to hormones and medications.

    By Chelsea Walton
  11. Why Am I Passing Blood Clots on My Period?

    Period clots are often normal, but larger ones can point to fibroids, hormonal shifts, or bleeding disorders. Here’s what your body might be telling you.

    By Jack Ashford
  12. Why Does It Hurt to Pee After Being Fingered?

    Painful urination after fingering usually comes down to friction, small tears, or bacteria. Here’s how to tell if it’s irritation or something that needs treatment.

    By Heather Powell
  13. What Are the Signs You’re Getting Your First Period?

    From breast development to discharge, learn the body changes that typically signal a first period is on its way.

    By Kelly Horton
  14. What Does It Mean When You Have 3 Nipples?

    Extra nipples are more common than you’d think. Learn why they develop, what they look like, and whether they’re anything to worry about.

    By Timothy Simmons