What is a period?A period is the shedding of the uterine lining.Menstruation (or period) is the routine discharge of the uterine lining. It is the first stage of the menstrual cycle. The first period (or menarche) happens at around 12 years old (early adolescence) but can...
With the chokehold that conservative cultural and religious values still have on us, it’s no surprise that the conversations around sexual health progress at a snail's pace. Resources about our intimate well-being are available to us through the internet, but the flourishing discourse about it...
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DISCLAIMER: This article is not written by a doctor. When deciding on the right birth control method for you, it is important to talk to a trusted medical professional and consult about your contraceptives. While some side effects are listed for each option, this is...
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can cause serious health problems. Take note though, STD is the only one that comes with signs and symptoms. This means it’s possible to contract STI and not know it! It’s vital to both use protection...
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a health condition that affects more than 10 million people worldwide. Chances are, you or someone you know is suffering from this hormonal disorder. But for something so common, it’s surprising how little we know about it. In fact, more...
While the internet and the Dima website is a great source for lots of information, it’s definitely not where you should be looking to figure out if you’re pregnant—or should I say, if you’re pregananat. When you need to know if you’re expecting, skip Yahoo!...
What Is A Vaginal Yeast Infection?Vaginal yeast infections are caused by an overgrowth of naturally occurring fungi, most commonly Candida albicans. It’s not an STI but similar to bacterial vaginosis (BV), and sex (both vaginal and oral) is still one way you can get it.How...
Sometimes, great things come in small packages. But in the case of a certain blue pill, small packages make your package grow. So what’s the deal behind this ‘magic pill’? Read on below to find out! What Is Sildenafil? You may not recognize it by this name,...
Our bodies play host to millions of microbes and bacteria. While this may sound gross, these little buddies actually play a big role in our overall health and well-being! However, an upset in the balance of bacteria can lead to trouble and discomfort. If you’ve...
