Is my vaginal discharge normal, and what should I do if it's not? I haven't had sex but I masturbate sometimes, and my discharge is white. I sometimes feel itching but no burning. I'm concerned because my discharge looks different at times, and my vagina is red and swollen.

February 17th, 2023

I’m experiencing vaginal pain and discomfort, along with sores from ingrown hairs, vaginal tearing during sex, nerve pain in the buttocks and legs, and a boil. I’m concerned because I’ve been tested and everything came back negative, but I’m still worried about herpes. What could be causing these symptoms?

June 16th, 2024

Why would spotting in the middle of a cycle only start in my mid-20's, happening 4 cycles in a row now? Is there something wrong possibly?

August 22nd, 2024

I am taking Necon .5/35 birth control pills and consistently take them at 1 pm. Today, I took my pill 45 minutes late and had sex relying on the birth control as my contraceptive method. I also want to understand the difference between combination hormone pills and progestin-only pills, and why the directions say to take the pill at the same time each day if it's not strictly necessary.

June 8th, 2023

I am a 22-year-old Paragard copper IUD user for 7 months. I have been experiencing cramps but no bleeding for the past few days, and I noticed some bleeding after intercourse last night. My period routine has been normal but heavier, and I can't feel the IUD strings. What could be causing this, and what should I do?

October 5th, 2024