According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 13 million Americans become infected with human papillomavirus, or HPV, each year. The CDC also estimates that every sexually active adult will contract HPV at some point in their lives.
Question: After shaving I saw a really small white-like bumps. Can you tell me what’s going on? It has me really paranoid. Answer from Danielle Hicks, APRN-NP, Obstetrics and Gynecology.
While talking to a doctor about your symptoms may seem embarrassing, overdoing it on Kegels probably isn’t the answer. You don’t have to put up with pelvic floor dysfunction no matter what your age or gender – there is help and hope if you are struggling.
Question: Hi! I'm a 16-year-old boy, and yesterday, after riding my bike, I discovered one of my testicles had twisted. I tried the usual method, and it twisted back 180 degrees. But I don't think it's in the right position yet. If it's twisted 360 degrees, could it happen without any pain? Answered by Pediatric Urologist John Makari, MD, FAAP, FACS.
While most sexually transmitted infections are transmitted through blood, vaginal secretions and semen, there are some that can also be contracted via contact with saliva and the mucous membranes in the mouth.