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  1. How to Prevent Gyno: Causes and What to Avoid

    Learn what causes gynecomastia and which lifestyle, dietary, and medication factors you can actually control to reduce your risk.

    By Jason Toomey
  2. What Causes Abnormal Periods? Hormones, Stress & More

    Irregular or heavy periods can stem from hormones, stress, uterine changes, and more. Learn what commonly disrupts menstrual cycles and when to see a doctor.

    By Paige Barrett
  3. Is Vaginal Odor Normal? Causes and When to Worry

    Vaginal odor is usually normal, but changes can sometimes signal an infection. Learn what’s typical, what shifts throughout your cycle, and when to see a doctor.

    By Laurie R. Hart
  4. What Is Period Sex? Benefits, Risks, and Safety

    Period sex can relieve cramps and feel more satisfying, but it comes with real considerations around infection risk, pain, and communication with your partner.

    By Wesley Drake
  5. Is Masturbation Bad? Facts, Benefits, and Side Effects

    Masturbation is mostly harmless and may offer real health benefits. Here’s what the science actually says, including when it can become a concern.

    By Wesley Drake
  6. What Causes Period Pain and How to Relieve It

    Period pain is usually caused by prostaglandins, but conditions like endometriosis can play a role. Learn what helps and when to see a doctor.

    By Mary Campbell
  7. What Is Decreased Libido? Causes and Treatments

    Low libido can stem from hormones, medications, stress, or health conditions. Learn what causes it and what treatment options are available.

    By Brent Guarino
  8. What Causes a Varicocele: Valve Failure Explained

    Varicoceles form when venous valves fail, letting blood pool in scrotal veins. Learn why the left side is more affected and when treatment makes sense.

    By Ravi Saxena
  9. What Helps Vaginal Itching? Treatments That Work

    Vaginal itching has several possible causes, each with different treatments. Here’s what actually works, from OTC options to daily habits.

    By Mary Campbell
  10. What Is Vulvar Pain? Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

    Vulvar pain can stem from infections, skin conditions, hormones, or have no clear cause at all. Learn what’s behind it and how it’s treated.

    By Mary Campbell
  11. What Is Squirting? Anatomy, Sensation, and Ongoing Debate

    A clear look at what squirting is, where the fluid originates, how it feels, and why researchers still disagree on the science.

    By Tiana Adeyemi
  12. What Causes Vaginal Dryness and How Can You Treat It?

    Vaginal dryness has many causes, from menopause and breastfeeding to stress and certain medications. Here’s what’s behind it and how to find relief.

    By Heather Powell
  13. What Is Orgasmic Meditation? Practice and Controversy

    Orgasmic meditation involves a specific partnered practice with claimed wellness benefits. Here’s what the research shows and why its founding organization faced criminal charges.

    By Wesley Drake
  14. Ovulation During Your Period: Is It Actually Possible?

    Ovulating during your period is unlikely but not impossible, especially with short cycles. Here’s what the science actually says about your fertility window.

    By Michele Akande