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Questions You Can Ask Your Doctor for Teens
You're probably used to answering your doctor's questions, not asking your own. But it's your body, and you can ask about anything you want. Here are ideas to help you get started.
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Should I Go on a Diet? for Teens
The best thing to do if you have a question about dieting is to see your doctor.
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Feeling Comfortable With a Doctor of a Different Gender for Teens
Seeing a new doctor can feel awkward if the person is a different gender and the visit is about something sensitive. These tips can help you feel more at ease.
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Choosing Your Own Doctor for Teens
You deserve medical care from someone who helps you feel comfortable and understood. Get tips on finding the best doctor for you.
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Talking to Your Doctor for Teens
People who play a role in their own health care make better decisions and stay healthier. Here are tips for teens on how (and why) to build a bond with your doctor.
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How Can I See My Doctor Without My Parents? for Teens
You might not want to talk with your doctor about things like sex or STDs when your parent is in the exam room. These three tips may help.
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Adolescent Medicine Specialists for Teens
Adolescent medicine doctors are specialists who have extra training in the medical and emotional issues that many teens face.
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Gyn Checkups for Teens
Girls should get their first gynecological checkup between ages 13 and 15. Find out what happens during a yearly gyn visit -- and why most girls don't get internal exams.
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Can a Doctor Tell if You've Been Masturbating? for Teens
The only way a doctor might know if someone has been masturbating is if the area was irritated enough to make it red or a darker shade than usual.
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Sports Physicals for Teens
Just as professional sports stars need medical care to keep them playing their best, so do student athletes. That's why it's important to get a sports physical.
