May 2013
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Why did my boyfriend’s penis hurt after we had...
Someone asked us:
Why does my boyfriend penis hurt and burn him after we had protected sex and I was on my period?
The pain and burning that you describe could have a few different causes, but rest assured that your period has nothing to do with it.
In general pain around the genitals can be caused by a lot of different things like an irritation from hair removal, a reaction to soap or...
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Thanks!
Thanks so much to everyone who took our survey! Your feedback is going to be really helpful in making posts that you want to read. Not to mention we really appreciate all the kind things you had to say about us.
We’ll be sending out packages to our lucky winners (chosen at random) with Planned Parenthood freebies soon!
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Should I take emergency contraception?
Someone asked us:
I had sex on the 28th and used protection but after, he pulled out and the condom was still inside me. I went to PP the next day for plan b, but they told me that I am already protected because of the birth control I’m on, Lo loestrin. Because they said it would just mess up my bleeding cycle and not benefit me, I didnt take it. However, I have spotted light brown a...
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April 2013
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Is there any medication to make a penis grow?
Someone asked us:
Is there any medication either otc or prescription that makes the penis grow in length and girth?
So you’re on the internet and you’re wondering how to make your penis bigger. You don’t have to look far to find a whole host of online retailers claiming they have the secret.
The fact of the matter is that at this time, there’s no clinically proven, safe medication to...
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We love you
We asked you in our survey how you describe your sexual orientation. One of our favorite responses:
If sexualities were music notes, where the low ones indicated you like guys and the high ones indicated you like girls, my sexuality would be a slayer guitar solo.
Rock on, tumblr fans. Rock on.
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As a special thank you for taking our survey, we’re giving away some Planned Parenthood swag to a few lucky respondents. Reblog to share with your friends.
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Is it normal for my vulva to smell when I’m on my...
Someone asked us:
My vagina smells on my period. Is this normal?
Your vulva (your vagina is just the internal part of your vulva) does different stuff at different times of the month. Throughout your menstrual cycle, it’s normal to notice different sensations, different kinds of discharge, and yeah, different odors. This can take a little getting used to, but after a while you should feel...
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Female ejaculation
Someone told us:
How do you make a girl squirt?
“Squirting,” or female ejaculation, is when a clear liquid is involuntarily released during an orgasm. The cause of female ejaculation used to be shrouded in mystery, but researchers now believe it to be caused by a build up of fluid released by the Skenes glands (which are located near the clitoris) during sexual excitement.
You might be...
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A new app
Want to make sure you don’t accidentally have sex with one of your relatives? There’s an app for that.
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New poll
We’re not saying you should throw away your PlayStation 2, but a recent (completely unscientific) poll shows Xbox users are the best sex partners.
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Planned Parenthood has been nominated for a Webby!
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Should I stop my birth control since I’m no longer...
Someone asked us:
I broke up with my boyfriend. Should I go off birth control?
As for going off birth control: it’s totally up to you. It’s worth keeping in mind that there are plenty of good reasons to stay on birth control, even if you aren’t having sex. Many hormonal methods of birth control can make your periods shorter, lighter, and more regular, and can relieve cramps and some other...
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What does “birth control failure” mean?
Someone asked us:
What does it mean when people say “birth control failure” ? How do u know when if fails?
“Birth control failure” can refer to a number of things, but in general it means that the birth control method two people were using didn’t work the way they planned. This might be because the method itself failed — for instance, the condom broke. But more often it’s...
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Is it possible to be pregnant and still have your...
Someone asked us:
Is it possible to be pregnant and still have your period?
Hundreds of people ask us this question every day on our chat and text lines. Maybe your aunt said she had her period the whole time she was pregnant with your cousin, or maybe you’ve had unprotected sex and even though you got your period you want to be really sure — and there’s nothing wrong with that!
So here’s...
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What does it mean if I need a colposcopy?
Someone asked us:
I have received an abnormal pap smear and have been called in for a colposcopy. Is it likely that this is HPV?
Yes - it is likely that the abnormal cells detected from your Pap test are the result of HPV. But no need to freak out yet - there are more than 100 types of HPV (human papilloma virus), and most have no harmful effect at all and go away on their own. Certain...
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March 2013
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Should virgins use vibrators?
Someone asked us:
I was thinking about getting a vibrator, but I’ve never had sex. Should I wait?
There’s no reason to wait. Lots of people masturbate for years before they have sex. You can read about the many benefits of masturbation here.
Because you’ve never had sex, you may be worried that using a vibrator will somehow spoil sex with someone else for the first time. But even if...
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Can I get pregnant from anal sex?
Someone asked us:
I’m still a virgin, virgin but yesterday I had tried protected anal sex for the first time. 2 out of the 3 condoms have broke, and he had came.. After he changed one of the condoms he put it back in and started to finger me. He’s also afraid that cum may have dripped off of my back, down on to my vagina. Is there any possible way I’m pregnant?! I’m...
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Is it easy to tell when a condom breaks?
Someone asked us:
please i want to know does condom breaks in a drastic way or there can be microscopic holes or tears in the condom that cannot be felt or seen with bare eyes??
It’s scary to think that you may not know if a condom breaks. The good news is that it’s usually pretty easy to tell when a condom has broken by looking at it. Usually a broken condom (whether it’s a regular latex...
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Is it okay to have sex during my period?
Someone asked us:
can I have sex during my period
Yes! You can absolutely have sex during your period. Period sex is 100 percent fine, as long as you and your partner are both comfortable with it. Some women feel especially aroused during their periods, and orgasms can even help relieve menstrual cramps.
A lot of people think period sex must be really messy, but how messy it is depends on...
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How late in a pregnancy can you get an abortion?
Someone asked us:
How late can you get an abortion?
Different states have different laws about how late in a pregnancy a woman can get an abortion. These laws apply to abortion providers within a given state, so it doesn’t matter what state the patient lives in – just the state the abortion is happening in. Across the board, abortions are very infrequently performed anywhere after the 24th...
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Do I have to shave before a pelvic exam?
Someone asked us:
Does my gynecologist care if I shave or not before my exam?
Nope — there’s no reason for you to shave before going to your appointment. Your gynecologist (or health care provider) can do the full exam whether you have pubic hair or not..
A lot of people feel nervous before a pelvic exam, especially if it’s the first time. If this sounds like you, you can let your...
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Female Condoms Are Not Just Ew!
Female condoms: whether you love ‘em, hate ‘em, or have never tried ‘em, we can all agree the world is a better place because of ‘em. Female condoms (also known as internal condoms) work pretty much the same way as regular ol’ condoms, but rather than going over the penis, they go inside of the vagina (or anus) to help prevent pregnancy and the spread of STDs. So...
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Is it safe for me to use emergency contraception...
Someone asked us:
Hey, is emergency contraception safe to use when you’re on your period? Thanks!
Hey, is emergency contraception safe to use when you’re on your period? Thanks!
It’s perfectly safe to use emergency contraception (also known as the morning-after pill) while you’re having your period, or at any point during your menstrual cycle.
Emergency contraception works to...
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