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Q: So i was mastrabating yesterday and when i ejaculated there was a few drops of blood and the tip of the penis hurt so i thought it was just a cut. So today i mastrabated again and it happened again. is it just a cut, what is it

hmm, about stop masterbating for a few days? If its a cut, maybe it'll heal

Q: What is Gmail? and How can I get an account?

Thanks

if you want a gmail account, ask around for friends that have one to give you an invite. or if you want, send me your address from my email on my column and i'll send you an invite. i have tons that i dont use.

Q: Is there any possible way that you could get pregnant from dry sex?

if pants stay on (or at least a not-so-thin pair of undies) then there is just about no chance of getting pregnant at all. but watch out, clothes can come of pretty quickly "in the moment" it sounds like something your paretns would say, but everything seems different at the time. bottom line, if you have the willpower, its safe.

Q: Is their any other type of birthcontrol bsides condoms that are easy to get confidental and no to expenisve

if you looking to avoid a trip to the clinic, there's not too many other options. the pill, the shot, the patch, even diaphragms and IUDs (which i think are weird anyway) all need a docotr's visit. at least in my state. basically the only things you can get w/o are condoms and foams and jellies, which aren't very trustworthy. unless you have a reason you don't like condoms, theyre probably the safest, cheapest option (besides not doing it of course). hope this helps

Q: Is there any possible way someone can graduate early?

talk to your school counselor. Usually if you haven't taken too many study halls, you should be able to graduate by the 1st semester of the senior year, or skip it alltogether. You may have to cram in a couple requisite classes, depending on what the graduation requirments are at your school. Anyways, at my school, its a pretty normal thing. You just get a from from your counselor, fill it out and get the required people to sign it (parents, principal, usually).

Q: So my parents have decided to get me a credit card and contact lenses as soon as I become "responsible". I know which contacts I want...so that's a completely irrelevant piece of informatin, since we all love those. ;). For lots of the credit cards I'm considering, you need good or excellent credi. What if you have no credit? Also, if you have a credit card already, please let me know all the ins and outs about it. Oooh, and if you can think of ways to prove how responsible I am, then please let me know! ßhould I consider a debit card? What's the difference?

I would reccommend a debit card or a check card if a bank around you offers it. It acts like a credit card, you can use it in all the same places. Only a debit or check card takes money from your bank account instead of borrowing money from a credit card company. The thing is, you're limited by how much money put into your bank account. Your parents might be keener on a debit card than a credit card, since you won't be owing debt to a credit comapny that you (or your parents) would have to pay back with interest.

Q: just courious,approximatly how long is beauty sleep supposed to last ? ;p,thanks
*rates to 5*

Scientific studies would say 8-10 hours for a full good night of sleep. I would say, until you feel like getting out of bed :).

Q: Alright, I'm 17/m and I shaved my chest and stomach (left the happy trail, as girls call it, there).

The problem is I have red bumps now because I've irritated my skin. The bumps have been there for over a month.

I'm sure they'd go away if I stopped shaving, but I'm looking for an alternative.

dude, it might be a good idea to take a break. In the mean time, just keep things trimmed down with an electirc razor. Some hints from years on the swim team: always use a new, sharp razor, dull ones just don't work. Before you shave, put a hot washcloth or towel on your skin, and use a shaving gel, not the cheap cream. hope this helps

Q: I'm an almost 15 year old girl. There's a guy I like in two of my classes, and I'm not sure if he likes me or not. We were randomly partnered up for an in-class assignment. After we'd finished, he started to ask me something, but then stopped. We barely know eachother, but he's always nice to me and sometimes I see him looking at me. I really like him, but does he like me?
P.S. I've never gone out with a guy before.

He sounds like he has an interest in you. Don't wait, why don't you just ask him? guys don't always have to be the ones to ask. maybe he's a little shy about, just like you are.

Q: Ok Exams are here, and i am completely stressed over one in particular: Calculus. I have such a busy weekend because my young aunt from the states is coming and i want to do stuff but the exam is on tuesday ( i also have another on monday) and i freaking out. Any good tips on how i should prepare well for this exam, i am perplexed on how to confront it. Thanx in advance.

The best way to review Clac is to do problems. I would highly reccomend a review book, especially the BARRON's AP CALCULUS book. its well worth buying. since you're short on time, how about using your school book, make a quick outline of what the class covered, and practice problems in the book.

Q: I have this really strange thing happening to me. Well I keep running into my ex bf. First walking to the grocery store, then at elections Canada on election day, and then today at Rodgers Video. I havent seen him in a long time, but then just in the last week I've run into him 3 times. The thing is that he used to be really rude to me, and either ignore me or say something sarcastic to me. I think this is because I dumped him and he never got over it. But something in his attitude towards me has changed. Now he says "Hi, How are you doing, I havent seen you in a long time"! He also smiles, and is very friendly. I am worried he has an alterier motive. When we were dating he was unemployed and so was I. Well I have a really good job now, and I heard he is still unemployed. I am worried he is trying to get me back because he told me when we were dating that he didnt want to work, but wanted a gf to support him. Should I be cautious?

It's just my viewpoint (you can think whatever you want), but it seems that you have your life set up pretty good right now. If you're worried that he might be manipulating you, trust your gut instinct. If you truly feel that he has an alterier motive, don't take a chance.

Q: well ok i am going out with someone and we where thinking of having sex. but i am so scared. he has no dieses or anything like that since we are both virgins. but i was scared about using a tampon what if it breakes or something and when are you supposed to have sex is;'nt it like 2 weeks before your period? i want to but i am just so worried bout getting pregent.
.... oh and do you have to use a douche afterwoods??

No, 2 weeks before is definitly not the best time. That puts about in the middle of your cycle, which is when your most likely to get pregnant. The "safest" time would be the couple of days right after your period, where theres a pretty low chance. In any case, ur right to always use a condom. If your comfortable (If being a big word here), your best bet is for your first time is right after your period, with a condom, and with open communication.