Teen Health Blog
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This blog features questions from teen patients and answers from our physicians. Questions are anonymous and we encourage you to submit your own questions using our online form. |
Recent Blog Posts
Please help me with my miserable periods!
I am a 17 year old girl who has heavy periods, moderate to severe menstrual cramping with some burning sensation in my lower abdomen. My cramps sometimes cause me to miss school. I was on the birth control pill for awhile but it was making me nauseated so I stopped taking it. I have used a hot water bottle too, but it seems to make me bleed more. Is this normal? Should I be concerned about these symptoms and what can I do to relieve them?
I am upset about having my private area examined by the doctor my check up.
I am 13. Why does the doctor have to feel my “downstairs?” Is that legal?
What can I do about my ongoing constipation?
I believe I am currently suffering from constipation and I’m under 18! Without medication or high fiber drinks, I am unable to excrete. I can go up to more than a week without excreting, causing my stomach to feel very uncomfortable. In addition, I pass a lot of gas, up to 10 times an hour. What should I do?
Are you a pre-teen going through puberty? You are not alone...
I am a nine year old girl turning 10 pretty soon. I am starting to have breast development. (I already know it’s puberty). My Mom got me a training bra and I’m kind of embarrassed that my classmates will find out and laugh at me, especially the boys. What should I do?
Are you a Teenage Girl with Heavy Periods?
Question: I’m 14, turning 15 and my period has been the same since it started…heavy and 10 days long. I don’t like it at all but I don’t know what to do.
Wondering about smoking? Here are some quick facts on how it affects your health
I only smoke four cigarettes a day, which I say is not enough to cause any harm or cause me to become addicted. My Mom says even one cigarette can cause cancer and that I am addicted already. Who is right?
Are you a thin teenage boy and having trouble gaining weight? Here are some healthy ways to approach this common concern.
Question: What can underweight or lower weight teenage boys eat to gain pounds?
Trying out a vegetarian diet? Here's how to be smart about it.
I am 13 years old and would like to become a vegetarian. I like dairy and think that this is enough protein for me but my mom disagrees. Who is right?
