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- Mon Oct 20, 2014 8:54 pm
- Forum: Ask Us!
- Topic: STI Results
- Replies: 15
- Views: 4588
Re: STI Results
Okay, so, if you want to avoid STI stuff in the future, you're going to need a barrier (spermicide and hormonal BC don't protect against STIs). You're right that you may have a latex allergy. So you can try experimenting with non-latex ones, or just try various brands. You may also want to check out...
- Mon Oct 20, 2014 8:43 pm
- Forum: Ask Us!
- Topic: STI Results
- Replies: 15
- Views: 4588
Re: STI Results
He might freak out. That is a possibility, so it might help you feel calmer if you figure out different plans and responses for what you feel are the most likely scenarios of his reactions so that you don't feel totally lost in the moment. If you're afraid he might get scary, have the conversation s...
- Mon Oct 20, 2014 8:31 pm
- Forum: Ask Us!
- Topic: STI Results
- Replies: 15
- Views: 4588
Re: STI Results
Hi Littlebat, So, my advice is to arrange to talk with him somewhere you feel comfortable. Then, just say as plainly as possible "Boyfriend, I got my STI test back and it was positive for chlamydia. I want you to know this so that you can also get tested and get treatment if need be." I wo...
- Fri Oct 17, 2014 9:13 am
- Forum: Sexual Health
- Topic: Getting Tested: Experiences and Tips
- Replies: 8
- Views: 4929
Getting Tested: Experiences and Tips
Here at Scarleteen, we're always encouraging folks to get regular STI testing done. But it's not uncommon for users to be hesitant about getting tested, often because they fear the experiences will be scary or shameful. So, I wanted to make a space for folks to discuss their experiences with STI tes...
- Thu Oct 16, 2014 9:56 am
- Forum: Ask Us!
- Topic: Is it possible the condom broke or am I being paranoid?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3617
Re: Is it possible the condom broke or am I being paranoid?
Hi Hermen,
So, when a condom breaks, it will be really noticeable. Like, huge tear noticeable. So, unless you found a huge tear, or the condom came all the way off at some point, you can assume it did its job.
So, when a condom breaks, it will be really noticeable. Like, huge tear noticeable. So, unless you found a huge tear, or the condom came all the way off at some point, you can assume it did its job.
- Wed Oct 15, 2014 11:13 am
- Forum: Ask Us!
- Topic: How long can sperm survive?
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1665
Re: How long can sperm survive?
Hi Bie2t3ia, First off, if you're thinking about stopping your current pill, I would suggest talking to your healthcare provider about what the best/safest way to go about doing that is. You're correct that sperm can survive for several days inside the reproductive track. However, it takes a BC pill...
- Wed Oct 15, 2014 8:41 am
- Forum: Ask Us!
- Topic: Premature ejaculation? Am I?
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1587
Re: Premature ejaculation? Am I?
Hi Cannavaro, We can't say for certain what might be causing this. I do want to say that ejaculating early, by itself, is not necessarily indicative of anything actually being wrong. However, it sounds like you would like to go back to having a slightly longer period between starting intercourse and...
- Wed Oct 15, 2014 8:35 am
- Forum: Ask Us!
- Topic: STD risk from fingering?
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2819
Re: STD risk from fingering?
Hi hushrob,
You can find the STI risks of various activities here:
Can I Get Pregnant, or Get or Pass On an STI From That?
You can find the STI risks of various activities here:
Can I Get Pregnant, or Get or Pass On an STI From That?
- Tue Oct 14, 2014 8:34 am
- Forum: Got Questions? Get Answers.
- Topic: Single & Proud
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2821
Re: Single & Proud
Hi Dulce, I'm wondering if we can maybe re-frame this thread a little bit. I think it's valid to want a place to talk about being single in a positive way, especially since it does often get viewed as a somehow "lesser" state of being than being in a romantic relationship. But, for obvious...
- Mon Oct 13, 2014 7:29 pm
- Forum: Got Questions? Get Answers.
- Topic: Problem/No problem... Help!
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2895
Re: Problem/No problem... Help!
Hi Lyrics, I do want to put out there that, even if there's no one physically there to comfort you, you might be able to either work out some self-comforting stuff that helps you feel okay, or some way of reaching out to your boyfriend for support via text or similar. But beyond that, if you're find...
- Mon Oct 13, 2014 6:53 pm
- Forum: Got Questions? Get Answers.
- Topic: Too Early for Sterilization?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2786
Re: Too Early for Sterilization?
You're quite welcome :) I think Planned Parenthood is a great resource for this. I can't promise that you still won't run up against some resistance, but places like PP are going to be far, far more likely to make a concerted effort to insure that their staff respects the reproductive choices and de...
Re: Help
If the tingling continues and is causing you discomfort, or if it increases in its intensity, those would be good times to check in with a doctor. Of course, if it's worrying you, you can schedule and appointment right now.
- Mon Oct 13, 2014 8:04 am
- Forum: Got Questions? Get Answers.
- Topic: Am I too young for a vibrator?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 72090
Re: Am I too young for a vibrator?
Hi itssixmilesdeep,
I just wanted to throw this article your way in case you're interested in ways to try out some different vibrator options that are D.I.Y while you work out how to get one from a store.
http://www.scarleteen.com/article/sexua ... ve_edition
I just wanted to throw this article your way in case you're interested in ways to try out some different vibrator options that are D.I.Y while you work out how to get one from a store.
http://www.scarleteen.com/article/sexua ... ve_edition
- Mon Oct 13, 2014 7:48 am
- Forum: Got Questions? Get Answers.
- Topic: Too Early for Sterilization?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2786
Re: Too Early for Sterilization?
Hi Sexpositivity, So, you've already hit upon the first thing I was going to say, which is that this is ultimately your choice and your body, so you get to do what you feel best suits your needs. I don't think you're too young to be considering sterilization. You know your body and what you feel it'...
- Fri Oct 10, 2014 8:29 am
- Forum: Sex & Sexuality
- Topic: Did You Have "The Talk" as a Kid?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3803
Did You Have "The Talk" as a Kid?
So, in the U.S at least, there's this cliche of "the talk" where a parent sits down with their kid (who's usually about 11 or 12) and talks to them about sex. Which got me wondering: how many people actually get a talk like this from their parents? And what topics do those talks cover? And...
- Thu Oct 09, 2014 8:53 am
- Forum: Ask Us!
- Topic: Ruptured Cyst
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3115
Re: Ruptured Cyst
Hi Coffeebean, I'm sorry, that all sounds really unpleasant and stressful. I do want to give you kudos for advocating for doing things like checking back in with your healthcare providers when you're worried and working with your program coordinator regarding school stuff. It sounds like you're taki...
- Wed Oct 08, 2014 8:27 pm
- Forum: Ask Us!
- Topic: I can orgasm, but I can't come
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2046
Re: I can orgasm, but I can't come
Hi hellarad, So, first off, what kind of body parts are involved here? Because if your have a vagina, then squirting/ejaculating is actually not that common with orgasm. Beyond that, if it feels awesome and you're enjoying yourself, is there a particular reason you're worried about the lack of fluids?
- Tue Oct 07, 2014 4:37 pm
- Forum: Got Questions? Get Answers.
- Topic: The Room of Great Distraction
- Replies: 28
- Views: 13047
Re: The Room of Great Distraction
In the vein of soothing websites, I really love this one: http://29a.ch/sandbox/2011/neonflames/
It lets you paint your own nebula!
It lets you paint your own nebula!
- Tue Oct 07, 2014 4:04 pm
- Forum: Got Questions? Get Answers.
- Topic: Buying book(s)
- Replies: 16
- Views: 7304
Re: Buying book(s)
Right on So glad to hear you were able to get yourself a copy
- Tue Oct 07, 2014 8:49 am
- Forum: Ask Us!
- Topic: Period problem?
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1622
Re: Period problem?
Hi wildprincess, When we say a light period, we're generally referring to a period where there is not a lot of flow and usually mild symptoms. Of course, a light period is a little bit of a subjective measure, because every person is different when it comes to their average flow. But, as we've said ...
- Mon Oct 06, 2014 8:23 pm
- Forum: Got Questions? Get Answers.
- Topic: Finding out if he's still interested
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2952
Re: Finding out if he's still interested
The thing is, the only person who can answer your questions about how he's feeling and what he wants? Is him. So, I do not think it's out of line to contact him in a day or so, and see how things go from there. Have the two of you discussed your relationship details at any point during the time you'...
- Mon Oct 06, 2014 8:11 pm
- Forum: Got Questions? Get Answers.
- Topic: Finding out if he's still interested
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2952
Re: Finding out if he's still interested
The conversation doe not have to happen right now, especially if you think he might be at work or in transit, although I would bring up the idea of the bigger talk pretty soon, since you sound like you'd prefer to hash this out sooner rather than later. Like I said, you may want to even take a day o...
- Mon Oct 06, 2014 7:50 pm
- Forum: Got Questions? Get Answers.
- Topic: Finding out if he's still interested
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2952
Re: Finding out if he's still interested
Hi Simome, I think getting in touch with him and expressing your thoughts/concerns about the relationship was a really sound choice. It seems like it might be best for you two to have a conversation about your relationship in terms of what you both want from it, what the boundaries of it are (open, ...
- Thu Oct 02, 2014 9:19 am
- Forum: Ask Us!
- Topic: Pregnancy? A lot of pain!
- Replies: 38
- Views: 9288
Re: Pregnancy? A lot of pain!
Hi itsmeisa
If you're interested in taking a pregnancy test yourself, you can read about how to do so here: Peeing on a Stick: All About Pregnancy Tests
If you're interested in taking a pregnancy test yourself, you can read about how to do so here: Peeing on a Stick: All About Pregnancy Tests
- Thu Oct 02, 2014 8:31 am
- Forum: Ask Us!
- Topic: Condoms condoms condoms
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2325
Re: Condoms condoms condoms
Hi xmetalgirl, You can read about the buddy systems and the reasons for it here: The Buddy System: Effectiveness Rates for Backing Up Your Birth Control With a Second Method But the short answer is that, when intercourse is involved, no method of birth control offers 100% protection (although many, ...