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Yes. After removing Implanon, you can get pregnant right away. Implanon is more than 99% effective in preventing pregnancy for up to three years. You can take it out at any time; you aren’t required to keep it for all three years. If you are interested in a personal consult to see if Implanon is right for you, make an appointment at Teen Clinic.

Yes, many STIs can be transmitted through unprotected oral sex. Chalmydia & Gonorrhea can infect the throat, causing a sore throat. HPV has been linked to mouth and throat cancer when the virus is transmitted via oral sex. Herpes Type II (genital herpes) can be transmitted to the mouth, leading to cold sores on the outside of the mouth. Herpes Type I (oral herpes) can also cross-transmit, causing cold sore outbreaks on the genitals. Since there is a great risk for transmission it’s very important for you and a partner to get tested for any STIs. Until you’ve ruled out infection, always use a condom or a dental dam every time you engage in oral sex.

…and my partner never ejaculates inside of me. Is this discharge normal?

Unusual discharge can be side effect of hormonal birth control methods. Side effects are generally more present during the first three months of beginning a hormonal method. If you don’t get your period regularly, it might be wise to take a home pregnancy test or come to Teen Clinic for a free test. Changes in discharge can also indicate infection. Contact you doctor or Teen Clinic for an exam to check for infection.

The only difference is the presence of a water-based lubricant on the condom. Lubricated condoms are the most common type you’ll find. Out of the package they are slippery, even a bit slimy because of the lubricant. Non-lubricated condoms are dry and powdery; they feel like a latex glove. Water-based lubricant is very important when using a condom. It helps reduce friction that can tear a condom or tear the sensitive areas of the body, like the anus and vagina. In fact, Teen Clinic recommends using extra lubrication on the condom. Extra lubrication will increase comfort and reduce friction. Teen Clinic has free small packets of lubricant. You can also purchase lubricant at your local pharmacy or supermarket. Remember- use only water-based lubricant on latex condoms. Lubricant like Vaseline and Baby Oil can weaken a condom, so plan ahead!

No. All services are free and confidential at Teen Clinic. Under Colorado state statute, we cannot release the health information of a minor to her/his parents. The only time we must break confidentiality is if a patient reports abuse, then we must tell the authorities. So even if a minor has a positive pregnancy test we cannot and will not tell their parents/guardians.

 We do strongly encourage all youth to talk openly and honestly with their parents/guardians about sexuality and sexual health. If you are concerned about pregnancy, it’s especially important to talk with an adult you trust – whether that is your parent/guardian or a health care professional at Teen Clinic.

Yes! All of our services are free and confidential. Our HIV testing is provided by the Boulder County AIDS Project (BCAP) once a month at both of our Teen Clinics. HIV testing is done on a first come, first service basis so just walk in during the following hours:

Boulder Teen Clinic: the first Tuesday of the month

Longmont Teen Clinic: the third Wednesday of the month.

…and they are all negative, but I haven’t had my period in two months?

Home pregnancy tests can be very accurate if you use them correctly. It might help to get a pregnancy test at Teen Clinic to ensure the test is conducted properly. If anything, it will give you a chance to speak with a medical provider about any concerns you have around your sexual health, including birth control and prevention methods.

There are many reasons you can miss a period besides pregnancy. Some women do not ovulate (release an egg) at all. Other women don’t ovulate once a month so occasionally they will experience a light or no period. Recent changes in weight, exercise, diet and increased stress can cause a missed or irregular period. Many women experience irregular or missed periods during adolescence when your body is still trying to “figure it out.”  Keep in mind that our bodies change greatly during adolescence. Many of us learn that our bodies change and grow during puberty and this can continue throughout our teens and twenties.  If you’re feeling different about your body and have concerns, it’s best to speak with a medical professional or a counselor. Teen Clinic practitioners can help too – call 303.442.5160 for an appointment.

Establishing mutual pleasure during sex can be difficult. It requires a great deal of knowledge about you and your partner’s body, a great sense of comfort & safety and a healthy attitude toward your own sexuality. For the anatomy bit, many women do not climax during penile-vaginal intercourse. The vaginal canal actually has very few nerve endings. The clitoris, however, has as many nerve endings as a man’s penis. In order to orgasm, you need to touch what works. During intercourse, the clitoris rarely gets touched. Some women learn to orgasm through intercourse with practice. Since your clitoris — the most sensitive body part on a woman — is not located inside your vagina, reaching an orgasm through intercourse is difficult. While you are making love with your partner inside you, touch, press, and rub your clitoris with your fingers. You may have to move your body so that you can do this, and that can be part of the fun. It really is okay, too, if you have your orgasms before or after intercourse. Your body is unique! It can help to become familiar with your body and your likes & dislikes with masturbation. Becoming comfortable with you physical sexuality through self-pleasure can help you communicate your needs to your partner.

You might also want to consider your emotions and mentality about sexual activity. Are you comfortable with you partner? Can you communicate with your partner? Do you feel safe and protected? All of these questions and more can influence your sexual experience. Being sexually active is about a lot more than just your physical body. Talk to your partner or someone you trust about your emotional sexual experience. You may discover that the state of your orgasm has much to do with the state of your mind and relationship as well as your anatomy.

If you are having unprotected sex, even if you are on your period, there is a risk for pregnancy. The length of time between the beginning of menstruation and ovulation can vary from month to month based upon a woman’s hormonal balance.  In some women, ovulation can occur before menstrual bleeding has stopped, allowing a woman to be fertile during her period.  Additionally, sperm can survive inside a woman’s body for 2-3 days under normal conditions.  If a woman ovulates several days after bleeding has stopped, she may become pregnant from sperm deposited during the menstrual intercourse.  Many women may also experience bleeding during ovulation, which can be mistaken for menstruation.  The best way to avoid pregnancy is to use forms of birth control consistently and correctly. For birth control options, check out our pages on Prevention Methods or call Teen Clinic at 303.442.5160 for a personalized consult..

The best way to know if you’re pregnant is to take a pregnancy test. You can purchase one at your local pharmacy or visit a health center. Teen Clinic offers free and confidential testing on a walk-in basis. Some signs of pregnancy include missed periods, nausea, extreme fatigue, and nipple and breast tenderness. Keep in mind that these are also common signs of other conditions, so it’s important to take a pregnancy test instead of worrying about other symptoms.