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  • Can You Get Genital Herpes From a Cold Sore? for Teens


    It’s possible to get genital herpes from oral sex whether or not the other person has a cold sore. Find out why.

  • Tips for Taking Care of Your Skin for Teens


    Sometimes it may seem like your skin is impossible to manage, especially when you find a huge zit on your nose or a cold sore at the corner of your mouth. Here are ways to prevent and treat common skin problems.

  • Genital Herpes for Teens


    Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease (STD). There's no cure for genital herpes, but medicines can help control it.

  • Coping With Colds for Teens


    Most teens get between two and four colds each year. Read this article for the facts on colds and ways to feel better when you catch one.

  • Psoriasis for Teens


    Psoriasis causes skin cells to build up on the surface of the skin where they form itchy, red areas and thick scales. Find out how to deal with psoriasis, and what causes it.

  • Can Fingering or Oral Sex Cause an Infection? for Teens


    It’s possible to get an infection from “fingering” (sex that involves fingers) or oral sex. One sign may be if your genitals stay itchy, sore, or red.

  • What Are Dental Dams? for Teens


    Find out about dental dams, square pieces of stretchy latex or a similar material that go over a woman's genitals when she receives oral sex.

  • 5 Ways to Fight the Flu for Teens


    Get tips for fending off the flu in this article for teens.

  • Proximal Biceps Tendonitis for Teens


    In teens, biceps tendonitis is usually an overuse injury that causes tendons in the upper arm to be swollen or irritated. Most cases heal on their own if you follow a few guidelines from your doctor.

  • Achilles Tendonitis for Teens


    If the tendon just above your heel becomes swollen or irritated due to overuse, it can lead to a painful condition called Achilles tendonitis. Find out how to treat it - and prevent it.