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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.
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Is it Normal to Get Pimples Near the Vagina? for Teens
Pimples in that area could be from shaving, or an infection. Find out more.
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Pubic Lice (Crabs) for Teens
Pubic lice, or "crabs," are tiny insects that usually spread through sex.
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Campomelic Dysplasia for Parents
People with campomelic dysplasia usually have bent long bones and can have severe breathing problems. A team of specialists will care for a child when medical problems come up.
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Urinary Tract Infections for Teens
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is one of the most common reasons that teens visit a doctor. Learn about the symptoms of UTIs, how they're treated, and more in this article.
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Testicular Torsion for Parents
This emergency condition causes extreme genital pain and usually requires surgery to save a boy's testicle. If your son has groin pain, get him to a doctor right away.
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Does the HPV Vaccine Cause Paralysis? for Teens
The exact cause of Guillain-Barré syndrome is unknown, but it can be brought on by infections and occasionally by vaccines. But no connection has been found between GBS and the HPV vaccine.
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How to Handle Pain While Peeing for Parents
When it hurts to pee, a urinary tract infection (UTI) is usually to blame. But there are other causes. Here's what to do.
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If Someone With Herpes Has No Sores, Can They Pass the Virus to Others? for Teens
Even when no sores are present, the herpes virus is still active in the body and can spread to others.
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Gonorrhea for Teens
The STD gonorrhea can be very dangerous if it's not treated, even in someone who has mild or no symptoms. For information about how to protect yourself, read this article.