Anonymous asked: im not sure if you'll have an answer to this but i trust the mods of this blog and nothing else is reliable enough for me. does body hair (i.e arms, stomach, etc) grow back thicker or darker once it's been shaved off? what about plucked? trimmed? thanks!

Body hair generally looks like it grows back thicker/darker once its been shaved because of how the hair has been cut. When hair is shaved it leaves a blunt end, when that hair grow back out it looks darker because of that blunt end. It appears darker or thicker but really it’s not, its like the light is playing a trick on us.

When hair is waxed, plucked or completely removed from the hair follicle, what happens is there is no blunt end to the hair anymore and a completely new hair grows out. The end of this new hair is more pointed and not blunt, making it look lighter/thinner!

it’s really sort of all an illusion!

Lyna

Anonymous asked: please answer ASAP. i am on the pill. for the past two days i've been taking the antibiotic azithromycin. do you know if this affects the pills effectiveness? i had sex without a condom today, would you suggest getting plan b? thank you very much

There are many antibiotics out there and we arent trained professionals, but personally whenever I’m on any type of antibiotic, I make the assumption that it will affect my birth control and use a second contraceptive method to avoid a pregnancy scare.

To find out whether it will affect the pill, you can call the pharmacy you got the antibiotics from and ask them directly.

In addition, I think it would be a good idea to take plan B just in case. A good rule to follow is to use a barrier method or a second method (condom, withdrawal etc) whenever youre unsure if something will affect the effectiveness of the pill.

hope this message gets to you in time to take plan B!

Lyna

Anonymous asked: I keep seeing you answer peoples questions but not mine. Please answer. Could i possibly be pregnant if: i had unprotected sex right before my period had started and/or unprotected sex the day after my period ends? I had sex before my period started and then again after my period ended.

Yes, there is a possibility.

Figuring out when an individual ovulates can be difficult so there is a possibility of pregnancy. In addition, sperm can live in the body for a couple of days meaning that although you had unprotected sex after your period, you can still ovulate while there is sperm still present in you.

It’s always safest to use two different methods of contraceptives like birth control and a condom when pregnancy is a concern.

I would consider getting an emergency contraceptive like Plan B. Plan B will only work the sooner you take it (within 5 days after having unprotected sex). If it’s too late, keep an eye out for your next period. If its lighter than normal or doesnt come, I would suggest taking a pregnancy test. I hope we werent too late in responding to this question!

Lyna

TW: Rape

Anonymous asked: I have a friend that tried to compare rape to sex. He tried to justify it by saying, “Is a penis entering a vagina in both acts?” because if yes then it was technically possible to compare them. I don’t know if this is because he’s genuinely ignorant or it’s because he’s a white male brought up Catholic to think that way. I don’t think the two are comparable because one is for pleasure and one is for torture.

Anonymous asked: I have a UTI and I've left it untreated cause there's no way I can to go to the doctor, will it eventually go away? And can I infect a partner with it?

Most UTI’s left untreated will actually make the infection worse. The worst case scenario is that it turns travels into the kidneys and becomes a kidney infection if this does not get treated you can get kidney failure and you really don’t want that happening.

A UTI is caused by bacteria entering the urethra and spreading through the urinary tract. It’s possible that you could spread it to your partner, however it can be avoided by just urinating after sexual activity.

I would suggest trying to get access to either a free clinic or a planned parenthood if there is one available. In the mean time, drink lots of water (NO SUGAR this helps feed the bacteria), try taking cranberry supplements or pure cranberry juice, wear loose and breathable clothing. 

I really do suggest seeing a health care professional for medication though.

Good Luck

Lyna

Anonymous asked: Can the pill change your discharge? The past few months, every once in a while I get this thick, white discharge that smells different (but not unpleasant) than my usually discharge. I thought it was because I was having sex regularly, but I haven't in the past month and it just started again. The only other thing I can think of is that I've been taking the pill since it started. Also, can we smell our own discharge more than other people? I get so paranoid that people can smell it cause I can.

Yes, even when an individual isnt on birth control discharge can change in texture and odor depending on the time of the cycle because of hormones. Naturally our bodies will prepare us for the chance of conception by making discharge more slimy making it easier to sperm to swim through.

With most BC pills it will make the discharge thicker making it harder to sperm to swim through and this can also enhance the odor that youre smelling.

As long as its not foul smelling your body is probably adjusting to the hormones of the pill.

Yes, most people are generally really paranoid about their own scents but most people will not notice it!

Lyna

Anonymous asked: Hello. I am a teenaged biological female, but I identify as male. I have recently had the problem of, well, after orgasming through masturbation, I begin to cry. For no reason. I do not have a history of issues w/ this or any sexual abuse, it just randomly began happening. any ideas?

 People can experience a lot of emotions after orgasm and can sometimes begin to cry and it doesnt necessarily need to happen because its triggering or traumatizing.

Orgasming usually causes a release of hormones and these hormones can definitely make a person super emotional and sometimes cry! of course this may not happen every single time but it can and does happen!

Lyna

Anonymous asked: Is it normal for a guy to have erection issues after drinking 1 alcoholic beverage?

Yes! Alcohol is a drug, specifically a depressant. It slows your body down, making reaction time slower and coordination poorer and effects sexual performance as well!

Lyna

Anonymous asked: If I (a cis female) start using birth control is it safe for my boyfriend (a cis male) to cum inside me without a condom? Safe meaning I won't get pregnant.

There’s always a chance of pregnancy even if its the slightest chance, its still a chance!

When it comes to sex, there is no such thing as safe sex. There really is only “safer” sex because there will always be a risk for passing on an STI or a chance of pregnancy. It’s always best to be SAFER by using a couple of different methods.

In addition, although the chances of pregnancy are low by only using the pill, the pill will not protect against STI’s.

It’s really you and your partner’s decision to make if you do not want to use condoms, but again its always better to be more safe than just safe.

Lyna

Anonymous asked: im 17 cisf and my body still looks like that of a 13 year olds... i do not have curves, i am petite, and i feel like i've stopped developing or something. ive been a late bloomer for many things in my life but i had my growth spurt 4 years or so ago. am i doomed to be this childish looking forever? have i stopped growing?

You dont stop growing until your 20’s so you have plenty of time to grow! Your body constantly changes as you age and youre not alone!

There are lots of people out there that look a lot younger than their age and are frustrated by it and the best thing to do is to stop comparing your body to others! Your body is yours, it may be similar in terms of size and possible shape to other people but its still unique in its own ways.

Im almost in my mid 20s and i sometimes look like i’m 16. When I was 16 I looked like I was 12! I definitely have to remind myself that I have an amazing body and I love it!

You’re not doomed, im sure youre still growing but remember you have a beautiful body!

Lyna

Anonymous asked: This isn't a sex ed question per se, but my face is really broken out. I wash it with prescribed medicine every night, but it's not going away. I'm excited to see my girlfriend on Valentine's Day so like, is that the cause or is it something else?

I suffered with acne throughout my teen years and still break out every now and then and when it comes to acne there are MANY factors.

First off hormones play a large role in acne. If you’re still growing and under 20 your hormones are probably playing a big part in breaking out.In addition, stress, the environment and what you put in your body can also influence acne.With acne its always a good idea to try to keep hydrated and drink water, over washing your face can also cause break outs because soap can strip your face of its natural oils making it think it needs to make more oil (making you break out more)

My tips are to stay hydrated (drink water), good hygiene (find a cleanser that isn’t too extremely harsh), moisturize, avoid touching your face and popping any acne and try to treat it with some sort of treatment (tea tree oil is great for acne). Sadly, you can do all of these things but your hormones can still be the main reason why you are breaking out in the first place which you really can’t do anything about it.

Lyna

Anonymous asked: There's an odor that's been coming from my vagina. And I'm not sure why. I wash regularly, and thoroughly, clean underwear etc. But it won't go away. I'm not sexually active. And I'm a cisfemale. Any ideas?

Anonymous asked: is it normal to have a lot of discharge before your period? or have a lot of discharge at all? it's really uncomfortable but i've only noticed it today and according to my app my period is due in like 4 days. It's really uncomfortable and it feels like i'm peeing all the time.

Yes! at different times in the menstrual cycle vagina fluids can change in terms of amount, texture, colour. For some people they will notice that their vaginal fluids are more mucus-y, or slightly thicker. So yes it can change slightly!

Also, from our FAQ

Q :Do I have too much discharge/vaginal secretions?

A: No. At one point in my life it’d soak through my underwear, although it’d never soak through my pants. It’s not really a good idea to wear a panty liner every day because they aren’t meant to be warn every day and the chemicals they contain can be unhealthy if worn that long. If it’s uncomfortable for you to just wear underwear you might consider getting cloth pads which not only will be safer to wear but more comfortable, since pads can start to chaff after a while. The amount of your discharge will go down as you age, so you won’t have to live with it forever.

Lyna

Anonymous asked: Thanks for not answering my question. I really needed help. But, whatever.

We’re sorry! We’re swamped with questions right now, over 100! If you have a question that needs an urgent response feel free to email us at fysexeducation@gmail.com 

Lyna

Anonymous asked: Is there anyway to get ride of razor bumps "down there"? I have really thick curly pubes and I tend to get them and it's really annoying.

We have a shaving post that will help decrease the chances of getting razor bumps. 

There are also lots of other methods of grooming pubic hair that doesn’t involve shaving and Its also ok not to shave! I ALWAYS got razor burn and it was too irritating for my skin so now I just trim! Its not the same but theres less hassle, and my skin loves me now lol.

Lyna