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  1. Is Dry Humping Sex? Pregnancy and STI Risks

    Dry humping carries very low pregnancy risk and some STI risk depending on skin contact. Here’s what health experts say and why the definition matters.

    By Heike Engel
  2. How Is Herpes Contracted, Even Without Symptoms?

    Herpes can spread even without visible sores. Learn how transmission actually works, what raises your risk, and how to reduce it.

    By Erin Warner
  3. What Causes Endometrial Hyperplasia and How Is It Treated?

    Learn what causes endometrial hyperplasia, from obesity and PCOS to hormone therapy, and what treatment options are available depending on the type.

    By Tina Hammond
  4. Is HSV-1 an STD? Transmission, Risks, and Testing

    HSV-1 can spread both sexually and nonsexually. Learn how transmission actually works, what testing shows, and how to reduce your risk.

    By Jenny Wise
  5. How to Get Hornier: Natural Ways to Boost Libido

    Low libido is common and often fixable. Learn how sleep, exercise, stress, and nutrition can naturally support a healthier sex drive.

    By Wesley Drake
  6. How to Prevent STIs: Condoms, Vaccines, and PrEP

    Condoms, vaccines, PrEP, and doxy-PEP each prevent different STIs. Using them together gives you the most reliable protection.

    By Holly Hopkins
  7. What Are Period Cramps? Causes, Symptoms & Relief

    Learn why period cramps happen, what they feel like, and which relief options actually work — plus signs it’s time to see a doctor.

    By Mary Campbell
  8. What Is Abortion? Types, Safety, and What to Expect

    A clear, factual overview of abortion types, what the process involves, safety considerations, and what recovery looks like.

    By Jessica A. Watson
  9. What Is Genitalia? Anatomy, Development & Health

    Learn how genitalia develop before birth, change during puberty, and vary naturally, plus what health screenings help keep you well.

    By Emily Duncan
  10. What Causes a Hydrocele in Newborns and Adults?

    Hydroceles form when fluid collects around the testicle. Learn what causes them in newborns and adults, and when treatment is needed.

    By Adriana Figueroa
  11. Is Death Grip Real? What the Science Actually Says

    Death grip syndrome isn’t an official diagnosis, but the sensitivity changes behind it are real. Here’s what the science says and how to address it.

    By Wesley Drake
  12. What Is Sexual Intimacy? Meaning, Science & Health Effects

    Sexual intimacy goes beyond physical sex. Learn what it really means, how it affects your brain, and why it matters for your long-term health.

    By Wesley Drake
  13. Is Cervical Mucus the Same as Discharge?

    Cervical mucus and vaginal discharge aren’t quite the same thing. Learn what cervical mucus does, how it changes through your cycle, and when discharge signals a problem.

    By Laurie R. Hart
  14. How Bad Is Chlamydia? Risks and Complications

    Chlamydia often causes no symptoms, but untreated cases can lead to serious complications. Here’s what the risks actually look like and why testing matters.

    By John Hagopian