COSMO: What I Learned In June 2010

How long after sex will STD symptoms show? Bacterial STDs appear within weeks, viruses can take a year or more, and some STDs never show symptoms. Even after I shower, I smell down there. How do I get rid of it? Vaginas are supposed to have a musky smell, but if it's unusual get it checked out. Can I get pregnant during my period? Yes but it's unlikely. Sperm can live in your body for up to 7 days, so keep it safe. Can I get an STD by swallowing? Yes, but you're not just limited to swallowing, you can contract an STD from any oral contact. Are blood clots in my menstrual blood normal? Clotting is usually normal, large clots can indicate fibroids, common, benign growths in the uterus. How much discharge should I have daily? Up to 2 tablespoons of white or clear discharge is normal, but the amount and color varies depending on your cycle. Why am I not as horny on the Pill? Some birth control suppresses production of hormones that affect your libido. Try switching to a non-hormonal form of birth control. Can I use yogurt to treat a yeast infection? Inserting a dollop (with life active cultures) on the end of a tampon may ease irritation. The yogurt won't cure it though, so run to the drugstore for a fix. Can waxing cause STDs? It's unlikely but it does happen. Try going to a salon with a no-double-dip policy. What's the white stuff between the folds of my vulva? It's called Sebum, a secretion from oil glands, it washes away with soap and water.

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