I am 19 years old and have been using contraceptives. My periods have been regular for the past four years, but they became irregular in the summer when I left for college. I had periods in August, September, and November, but not in October, December, or January. I have experienced significant stress due to the death of my grandma and baby cousin. My mom and grandma both have thyroid issues. What could be causing this irregularity and what should I do?

January 26th, 2024

I accidentally got feces close to my vagina after wiping and am concerned about causing an infection. I have vulvodynia and am already in pain. What should I watch for and is there anything I should change in my hygiene routine?

February 5th, 2024

I have a rash on my vagina and I’m wondering if it’s herpes. I just noticed it today and I am sexually active. The rash is painful, not itchy, and has a little discharge. I’m 23 years old and not on any medications. I had chlamydia and gonorrhea about 3 years ago and was treated for that. Could this be herpes, and what should I do to address it?

December 2nd, 2023

I wiped too hard a few days ago and now my vaginal area is swollen, has blisters, and is leaking a white-ish yellow liquid. It's very painful, especially when I pee. I'm currently taking gabapentin and hydrocodone. What could be causing this and what can I do to alleviate the pain and swelling?

February 9th, 2024

I have been experiencing discharge switching between dark brown and pink for 3 days. The discharge has no odor and is sticky. My last period started on December 18th and ended on December 22nd. It comes regularly. I have not had unprotected sex during my fertile period and did not take any emergency contraceptive pills. My periods are generally regular, and I am 18 years old. What could be causing this discharge, and what can I do about it?

February 3rd, 2023