Ask the Doc: Answers to Questions Teens Ask

I having sex with my boyfriend is very painful. at first I thought I just needed to get use to him but the more we try to have sex the more painful it is everytime. What could be the problem and reason why it hurts so bad? Sometimes it makes me want to cry it hurts that bad.

syvphp — Fri, 18 May 2012 07:20:57 +0000

Dyspareurnia (painful sexual intercourse) can be caused by many things. They are categorized as either physical or emotional. Physical causes include insufficient lubrication, irritation, trauma, infection, and vaginismus (involuntary vaginal wall muscle spasms).

Emotional causes can range from anxiety and depression, to stress and a history of sexual abuse. Treatment is available and is aimed at the underlying cause. Medications, counseling, communication with your partner, lubrication, and longer foreplay can all be very helpful.

A visit to the Gynecologist may be needed to determine the cause of your pain.

How can I get rid of genital area discoloration? Pls help!

syvphp — Sat, 12 May 2012 00:08:02 +0000

It depends on the cause of the discoloration. The most common cause of discoloration is normal melanin deposition. Melanin is the pigment that gives your hair, skin, and eyes their color. Genitalia can be pigmented too. There is no changing this.

Other causes of discoloration can be from Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI’s). Yeast infections can lead to a reddening of the skin and some viruses can infrequently lead to skin changes (Herpes, Genital Warts). The good news here, is that when the infection clears up, so do the skin changes. Be aware, however, that viral STI’s are have no cure.

Hi i am 17I have a question and i am a bit worried.Several times I used a Dr. Scholls massager as a sex vibrator. I believed it had the heat on (i can’t remember)It was new; however, my question is, will it damage my vagina or hymen?Right after I stopped using it i began to feel a bit discomfort on my right side below my belly button. at times i feel like is something is pinching me or a bruise.I’m worried and scared .Also, before i started using that massager, i used a different one that was dirty over the years. it had dirt and it was in my parents room. no one in my family has a sexually transmitted disease but can i still get an infection from it?can it harm me?I would really appreciate if you can please answer my questionsI’m worried

syvphp — Fri, 04 May 2012 17:24:54 +0000

It is important not to use any device not specifically designed for this purpose. You can injure yourself, but you would likely feel it at the time. Breaking the hymen is a normal part of growing up, and can happen with using tampons, as well as during sexual intercourse. It is not dangerous.

The discomfort you are feeling may be some cramping due to vibrator use, or may be due to a urinary tract infection (ie bladder infection). Always make sure the device is clean, as bacteria can lead to a bladder infection. Sexually transmitted infections are less likely, but still possible if someone else has used it within 24 hours of you and it has not been cleaned.

Generally speaking, unless you are using an inappropriate device or are particularly aggresive, you will not damage your vagina.

If your symptoms persist or get worse, you will need to see your doctor.

hi i 17 year old i been feeling weired lately i went to the free clinic to test out if i pregnant the test came out out neg now i came home spotting so in my head i saying i not pregnant i got my friend…. now i been spotting for 2 days i been dizzy, tried, hungry consititly my breast are heavy and my smotach is getting bigger not blotted i feel like i pregnant…. my breast having a hole in my nipple…. my cramps doesn’t feel like a real cramp for period it feel like i need to go to the hosptial can any one help me i too young to be a mom and i need the answer now…….

syvphp — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 00:52:25 +0000

This is worrisome. My concern here is you could still be pregnant and the pregnancy might be in the tube (“tubal or ectopic” pregnancy). This is a very dangerous situation, and can be life-threatening. The only definitive test for pregnancy is a blood test. If you cannot get this at Planned Parenthood or the free clinic, you must go to the ER.

Your symptoms may also be due to a particularly bad period. Some periods cause more cramping, bloating, and lightheadedness than others. You may also have a bladder infection. This can also cause some of the symptoms you are experiencing. You will need a urine test to know for sure.

Most importantly, you need to find out if you are pregnant. Spotting does NOT mean you are not pregnant, and you may be early enough that the urine test has not yet turned positive. Again, the only way to know for sure, is the blood test. If this test is negative, you can rest assured that your symptoms are likely due to hormones which may be a little out of whack this month due to stress, infection, diet, or just because.

Please go to the ER immediately should you pass out, have severe abdominal pain, significant vaginal bleeding or fever.

What would be the BEST way to get rid of Acne & severe acne scars NATURALLY?

syvphp — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 01:02:38 +0000

Acne, unfortunately, is very common in your teenage years. It’s due to hormones, which cause an increased production of oils and blockage of the pores (a substance called sebum). Sebum combined with bacteria leads to acne.

The most natural ways to help control acne, are washing your face with a gentle, hypo-allergenic soap, eating healthy, and avoiding touching your face during the day. Oils and bacteria on your hands only add to the problem. No need to scrub harshly or exfoliate, as this can actually make things worse by breaking down the skin.

Avoid pore-clogging make-up, or alcohol based astringents. Vitamin E (removed from the capsule) and triple-antibiotic ointment (eg.Neosporin/Bacitracin) can help with scarring. Avoiding prolonged sun exposure can also help reduce scarring. There is no definitive way to remove acne scarring. It can be made less noticable through laser or chemical treatments, but this is certainly not natural.

I continue to have leakage…

syvphp — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 23:01:50 +0000

This is a question that has been answered in an earlier post. We suggest that you scroll through the responses below to find the information you are asking about. If your problems persist, please see your personal physician.
All questions are answered by an MD.

I have a fat pubis, how do i fix this, not using surgery

syvphp — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 23:00:29 +0000

I weigh about 115 lbs & I have a fat vagina, could it be because I’m sexually active? If so, how would I be able to get rid of it. I’m so insecure about it, please help!

syvphp — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 03:41:33 +0000

Vaginas come in all shapes and sizes, just like breasts. You certainly can get swelling of the labia (“lips”) from vigorous sexually activity or from Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI). Yeast infections are one of the most common causes of swelling of the labia. You should be tested and if positive, treated.

If the swelling is from vigorous sexually activity, this will subside in time and the use of a lubricant can help. More than likely the size of your labia will change as you continue to grow.

Hi, Im Only 16 Years Old & Me & My Boyfriend Had Sex The Day I Was Suppose To Get My Period, Its Been 5 Days Already & I Havent Gotten My Period. I Feel Weird Though Since That Day. Ive Been Sentimental, My Stomach Hurts Alot, My Body Hurts, My Head Hurts. What Do You Think I Might Have? Im Not Pregnant Right? I Hope Not. Please Help!

syvphp — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 00:55:36 +0000

You more than likely have PMS or pre-menstrual syndrome. Just before your period, it is not uncommon to have all the symptoms you are describing. Now, that said, if you did not use protection, you can still get pregnant even the day before your period. You can get pregnant while ON your period. It is too soon to know, however, so you should take a urine pregnancy test in about 2 weeks.

And, of course, you can get a Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) if not using protection. But again, it would be too soon for you to have these symptoms from an STI.

It is more than likely your hormones (PMS) causing not only your symptoms, but the delay in your period. Most teenagers are irregular, and this is very normal.

Hi I am the same person that sent you a message on April 1st. I do not have an STI for sure but i still leak and the only reason I think I leak it is because I always get a boner before I go to sleep then in the morning I leak. But not everyday I went 5 days straight without leaking and today was that day. As i get older will this stop or will I be able to control my boners or what? I think whenever I think of not getting one I get one so please help me. I get really worried? Thanks

syvphp — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 16:46:26 +0000

No need to worry, you are normal. Most teenage boys go through this as their bodies are getting used to the hormones. It is completely normal to have erections (with or without leakage) any time of the day or night, with or without sexual arousal.
Along with acne, mood swings, hair growth, and voice changes, erections are a normal part of puberty. The good news is, they will decrease. As you get older, this will happen less and less often.