Comments on: STIs

By: Is it bad to have sex two times in less then an hour? | Teen Clinic

Is it bad to have sex two times in less then an hour? | Teen Clinic — Sat, 22 Jan 2011 05:56:57 +0000

[...] whether or not it was healthy. Did both people agree to the sex? Was there protection against sexually transmitted infections? Was a birth control method used correctly? Did the activity feel safe and fun for both [...]

By: My friend wants condoms but he doesn’t know where to go, and I’m his best friend so I told him about Teen Clinic. He said he was too shy to go… | Teen Clinic

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 17:40:40 +0000

[...] We know transportation can be tough for teens. Thankfully, both of our clinics are located near easy-to-use bus routes. This website can help you figure out how to get to us if you don’t have access to a car. If your friend can’t get to Teen Clinic for some reason, make sure he knows that condoms can be purchased at any gas station, convenience store, or grocery store. Buying them may seem embarassing, but it’s important to use a condom correctly, consistently, and all the time to avoid unplanned pregnancies and STI transmission! [...]

By: What should I get tested on after having sex? | Teen Clinic

What should I get tested on after having sex? | Teen Clinic — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 20:13:59 +0000

[...] question! Some sexually transmitted infections might not have symptoms, so getting tested is an important way to keep your body [...]

By: I am a gay male thinking about anal sex. Are there health risks other than possible STIs? | Teen Clinic

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 23:52:23 +0000

[...] to heal, and provide a direct route into the bloodstream–so you’re right to worry about sexually transmitted infections! Most anal fissures won’t cause permanent damage to the rectum, [...]

By: Can you get an STI from masturbating? | Teen Clinic

Can you get an STI from masturbating? | Teen Clinic — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 23:33:03 +0000

[...] infected person. By this definition, a person masturbating alone, in private, is not at risk for STI [...]

By: What is a flavored condom? What is the point of them? Does it make it more pleasurable for the giver? | Teen Clinic

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 22:03:31 +0000

[...] and are all safe for human consumption. And don’t worry—these condoms will reduce the risk of STIs as effectively as plain [...]

By: How often do teenage males masturbate? | Teen Clinic

How often do teenage males masturbate? | Teen Clinic — Fri, 01 Oct 2010 21:00:49 +0000

[...] whether you’re male, female, or intersex. It does not hurt your body, and there’s no risk of STI transmission or pregnancy since there’s only one person involved. Self-masturbation can also [...]

By: What’s a girl condom? | Teen Clinic

What’s a girl condom? | Teen Clinic — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 18:17:04 +0000

[...] are much like male condoms: they should only be used once, and they can prevent against both STIs and pregnancy. Unlike male condoms, they can be inserted up to eight hours before intercourse! [...]

By: Why is sex embarrassing? | Teen Clinic

Why is sex embarrassing? | Teen Clinic — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 21:30:04 +0000

[...] choices to cut down on embarrassment! Choosing a birth control method ahead of time, knowing your STI status, choosing a trusted adult to talk to, and cultivating respectful relationships are keys to [...]

By: Are you supposed to shave your private before you have sex? | Teen Clinic

Are you supposed to shave your private before you have sex? | Teen Clinic — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 17:21:14 +0000

[...] If you do shave and happen to cut yourself, make sure you know whether or not your partner has STIs, and avoid intercourse until the cuts have healed. Those who shave may experience itching when [...]