Hi there,

Pica is a medical disorder where people eat things that have no nutrients like tissue.

A lot of people with this problem have an iron deficiency. Eating tissue can affect your digestive system and your intestines. It can also damage your teeth

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You need to go to a clinic or doctor to get checked. They will tell you what is happening after checking you and treat you

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The penis gets erect when it is sexually aroused by someone so your girlfriend in this case. This is normal. You must talk to her and tell her you don't feel like having sex all the time.

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Yes, you can go consult at the clinic to get another treatment. The sooner you get treated, the better it is for when you want to have children one day

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Boils under the arm are caused by an infection of the hair follicle or oil gland

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I advise you to go to the pharmacy and ask them to give you something for nausea. Make sure you tell them that you are pregnant 

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This is the 2 month injection so the next time would be 2 months from your last injection. You must go next week

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Eating raw flour is not healthy because it exposes you to bacteria since it is not cooked or baked.

Hello,

Genital warts are caused by the STI called HPV (human papillomavirus). You need to go to the clinic or doctor to get screened for this STI and treated.

Read this article: https://bwisehealth.com/article/what-is-hpv

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You need to go to the clinic or doctor to get checked for STIs

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We do not do referrals unfortunately. Please go to your nearest clinic to ask where you can volunteer

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It is not normal to spot for that long. You need to go the clinic or doctor to get checked to see what is happening

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You have to do the 2nd test after your window period to confirm if your results are still the same. Also continue taking PEP atset times and use a condom every time you have sex to avoid exposure. 

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Only your dr can advice what infection you have as they did the urine test. Amoxycillin is an antibiotic used to treat various infections. Please make sure your doctor is aware that you are pregnant. Drink a lot of water to clean any urine infection.

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You need to go to a clinic or doctor to get checked. They will tell you what is happening after checking you and treat you

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Masturbation does not affect erections and penis size. 

Read this article: https://bwisehealth.com/article/sexual-and-reproductive-health-tips-for-men

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all stress affects the baby. You need to try calm down and do breathing exercises to feel better. 

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It could be yeast infection caused by the antibiotics they gave you at the clinic. You need to make sure you complete the medication you were given at the clinic. 

Another possibility is that the feminine wash is not good for you. I advise you to stop using it and just wash your vagina with water and no soap. You will feel better after a while

Hello,

If you start taking the pill within 5 days after your period then you'll be protected from pregnancy right away. If you take them any other time then it takes 7 days for the pill to protect you.

• I advise you to take them now and wait for 7 days before having unprotected sex. Start with the white colour and take one pill every day at the same time.

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The best thing to do is to go to the clinic or doctor and get a referral to a gynaecologist. The gynae will then check you and try figure out what the problem could be.

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Yes, this is normal. Being pregnant makes you more gassy in your stomach. Nothing is wrong

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This is normal because the baby is growing and getting ready to come out

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Diabetes type 1 is usually when you are born with it so that means you must have a family history.

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You need to go to a clinic or doctor to get checked. They will tell you what is happening after checking you and treat you

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You need to take him to the clinic or doctor to get checked

Hello,

It is not normal.

You need to go to the clinic or doctor to get checked to see if you have an infection

Hello,

It could be your hormones which are doing this.

You could also have an STI or another infection.

You need to get checked by a doctor

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A lot of women experience this when they are pregnant because their hormones are changing and their bodies are experiencing pressure 

Hello,

This is normal. It just means that when you poop, your muscles contract and the baby feels it and moves. It's okay

Hello there,

Treatment can help the tongue look more normal

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I advise you to sit down with him and talk to him to find out what the problem could be. Maybe something is happening with him. 

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This is completely normal. Women at nine months pregnancy experience the same thing. You just need to be patient until the baby comes. You must keep drinking water and eating fruits and vegetables. Also make sure you rest a lot 

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You should just do all the things that the doctor and nurses tell you and not listen to anyone else unless you want to.

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The second baby will not hurt more than the first baby. The baby's head is also not affected by where you turn when you give birth

Hello,

They can be caused by many things like hormone imbalances, taking certain medications and taking the pregnancy test at the wrong time

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The chances of pregnancy are low

Hi there,

The infection might affect the results. It would be best to go to the clinic to get tested and to treat the infection

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The mbiza shouldn't be a problem

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You need to go to the clinic to get checked for STIs or another infection because urine shouldn't be smelling bad

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Yes it is normal. It takes a while for the body to get used to the injection again. Be patient. Your cycle will go back to normal

Hello,

It is important that you exercise, eat healthy (a lot of veggies and fruits) and drink a lot of water (2L per day)

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The menstrual cycle can be very irregular and sometimes, periods can skip a month especially if you are still a teenager. As long as you haven't had sex then you are okay. If your period doesn't come next month then please go to the clinic or doctor to get checked 

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Unfortunately there is no way to measure exactly when your girlfriend will fall pregnant or when the baby comes

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If you did it only once then your baby will be fine

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The sleepiness is a side effect of the pills so don't worry about that. Your body is getting ready to have the baby so a bit of cramping is normal especially because the baby is turning into the right position

Hi there,

He needs to go to the clinic or doctor as soon as possible. 

Hello,

The vagina does not get too big. You and your partner need to try different positions 

Hello,

You need to see a gynaecologist. The clinic will be able to refer you to one. A gynaecologist is a specialist in women's health so they will check you and see what may be the problem

Hello,

If you are not on contraceptives then you have irregular periods. I suggest you go to the clinic or doctor to check if everything is okay

Hello,

You need to take your baby to the doctor or clinic to get checked to make sure he/she is okay. The baby is supposed to be eating solid food by now.

Hello,

You need to ask the clinic to test you for STIs with your partner. You also need to make sure your vagina is not dry when having sex. Using lube helps with dryness

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There are a lot of reasons why your lower back has been in pain. I suggest you get it checked at the clinic or doctor. There's a possibility that you injured it.

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Home remedies are not the best option. He needs to go to the clinic or doctor to get examined so they can see if it is ulcers and treat him properly

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You will still be able to have children. The longer you use a contraceptive, the longer it takes for your body to go back to having a normal menstrual cycle

Hello,

You could have and infection because your discharge is not supposed to smell bad. Please go to the clinic to get checked and treated

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No, it does not cause infertility

Hello,

There could be many reasons for why this is happening. You need to go to the clinic or doctor to get checked

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yes this is normal

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There is nothing wrong with you. It's your choice whether you want to have sex or not

Hello,

What you are experiencing is normal. Pregnant women tend to get hungrier faster and have many food cravings. This is because of the hormones and is normal

Hello,

He needs to go to the clinic or doctor if he doesn't get better. Imbiza can sometimes be dangerous so he must be careful

Hello,

Why are you taking pregnancy tests if you are menstruating?

Hello,

This can happen sometimes especially if your period is only 3 days usually 

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At one years old, your baby needs to be on formula and other solid foods. Please take the baby to the clinic to get checked, especially if the baby is losing weight

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You may have an allergic reaction to something you and your daughter are eating or is around your space, try look for triggers, when do these pimples appear? is it after eating something or after using a  specific product? But also do go to the clinic for an ointment 

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When you start taking ARVs you will experience different side effects until your body adjusts to the treatment, The clinic was supposed to counsel you on how these side effects can affect your life. In order to prevent the herpes outbreaks you need to be on ARV treatment in order for the viral load to be suppressed. You will need to go to the clinic, and they will conduct new tests and put you on ARVS again. It may also help if you take the pills at night so not to experience the side effects during the day when you have to be awake 

Hi there,

The menstrual cycle changes from month to month for most women. It doesn't mean there is something wrong. It just means that your body is getting ready for a period at different times

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It is not legal at all. The woman could be arrested 

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Unfortunately there is very little you can do. You can ask your daughter to give you an injection for pain when you are in labour

Hi there,

When you are pregnant you have a lot of hormones in your body, You need to drink a lot of water to ensure you have clean urine. If you experience any painful or abnormal urination you must go consult with your health care provider, and they would be be able to do more tests on your urine. 

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If the woman still goes on her period then it is possible

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I recommend you take a pregnancy test to check that you are not pregnant. Also go to the clinic to get examined

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You must buy lube to help when you have sex

Hello,

Yes, baby fat can be reduced by different types of exercise

Hi there,

You need to go to a doctor or clinic to get checked and treated

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You can try to drink calming teas or warm milk before bed. Exercising during the day also helps your body to get tired

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You need to be checked by a doctor so they can see what is wrong. There is no way for me to tell you what is wrong. Go to the clinic or doctor

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The only way to know you are pregnant is to take a pregnancy test. It might not be pregnancy - it might be your body telling you to slow down or maybe your iron levels are low

Hi there,

If you do it at a hospital or clinic then you will be fine. 

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Your friend needs to go to a dentist because her gums might be infected.

She must also brush her teeth twice a day and floss

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If it doesn't make the girl uncomfortable then it's fine

Hello,

There could be a lot of reasons for this. I advise you to go to the clinic to get screened for STIs.

Also make sure you use lube during sex if your vagina is dry

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I recommend you see a doctor to get checked to see if anything is stopping you from having high libido. For the dryness, use lube when having sex

Hi there,

I recommend that you take the baby to the clinic to get his iron levels checked just to make sure he's okay and just being a baby

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It is normal if you are breastfeeding. If not, go to the clinic or doctor 

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Yes you can

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This is not something to be embarrassed about because it is normal

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We are happy when we see mothers who are taking care of their kids and following up on the weight gain.

A 1 month baby should be around 8-9 kg average, but remember it depends on the weight the baby was born on , so the baby will grow according to her /his birth weight.  You say the nurses and also you are not happy with the weight , the clinic is supposed  to put the baby in a nutrition programme which will make your baby gain weight healthy and also look at other underlying diseases or infections that might cause low weight gain.

Hi there,

Only a gynaecologist or fertility doctor will be able to examine her and tell her what is wrong

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Your wife needs to go to a gynaecologist to get checked 

Hi there,

The only way to get treated is to go to the clinic or doctor and get special medication 

Hello,

There is no way to lose weight easily. You need to exercise and eat healthy consistently 

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I suppose this is BCO tabs?

Bco is vitamin BComplex which is very good for the reducing dryness and flakiness associated with ACNE. It is found in most body moisturisers but you can take it as a supplement, buy it at the pharmacy so that you have a safe prescription form a healthcare worker. Also visit your clinic for consultation.

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You need to go back to the skin specialist and tell them that what they gave you has not helped you. They need to try something else

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A UTI can be a recurring thing meaning it comes back again and again. Monitor the food you eat and always wipe toilet seats. Some soaps you use for bathing can also cause UTI’s  so monitor what triggers the UTI and also drink a lot of water.

UTI may also be as sign of underlying sickness but not necessarily cancer. If you go to the clinic and ask to do a pap smear, you will find out if you have any cancer cells in your cervix. Visit your clinic and ask for a pap smear

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You need to go to the clinic or doctor as soon as possible to get checked. There is not supposed to be a bad smell so something is wrong

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You are not likely to be pregnant yet. Pregnancy can take time so you need to be patient.

You can also ovulate without noticing

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There is no way to lose weight easily. You need to make sure you are exercising and eating healthy 

Hello,

Constipation during pregnancy happens because of hormones that are keeping food in your stomach for longer.

You need to drink a lot of water, eat veggies like spinach and fruits like apples and pears

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When you are pregnant you body has a lot of hormonal not balancing, unfortunately when you are pregnant you cannot take any medication unless prescribed by a medical doctor, go to your nearest clinic or seek advice from your health care worker  

hello,

Sperm can live inside a woman's body for up to 5 days

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The prolonged bleeding is because of the nexplanon and not because of the TOP. The implant does result in longer and heavier bleeding for some women who use it. If you have been using it for a while and you see no changes to your period then I recommend you go to the clinic or doctor and tell them what you are experiencing so they can check you and help you with the side effects 

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Folic Acid and Ferrous Sulphate are Iron supplements each pregnant women gets when they are coming for their ANC bookings. They are vitamins/nutrients needed by the body to create more red blood cells and increase blood volume so that your body is able to cater for the baby as well.

Red blood cells are responsible to manufacture oxygen in the body, therefore you need more of them when you are pregnant.

Please continue to take them everyday ,until your clinic tells you to stop

Hi there,

No it is not accurate 

Hi there,

You can also get STIs from oral sex as well. 

Read this: https://bwisehealth.com/article/can-i-get-an-sti-from-oral-sex

Hi there,

Yes it is normal. The baby is big now and putting pressure on your bladder and womb. Your body is getting ready to have the baby.

Hi there,

There shouldn't be a problem

Hi there,

It is very important that you go to the clinic and get checked to make sure everything is still okay

Hi there, 

You need to go to the doctor or clinic to get checked. They will then be able to tell you what is wrong.

Hi there,

My advice is that you take your child to the clinic. Make sure you and the child are wearing masks and sanitise your hands when you get there. Also keep distance from other people. It is important that your child get vaccinated. 

Hi there,

It is possible but the chances of that are very very low 

Hi, 

Normal is between 90/60 mmHg and 120/80 mmHg

Hi, 

Normal is between 90/60 mmHg and 120/80 mmHg

Hi,

Yes it is but the chances are very low

Hi there,

You might have a sinus infection. Go to the clinic or doctor to get checked

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You must go to the clinic, it could be due to friction, it could be eczema, or an allergy to something, only a doctor can look at it and determine what it is. 

Hi there,

It is very possible but you both need to go to the clinic or doctor to get advice on what the best way to conceive is. They will make sure you are on treatment to stay negative and will check your husband's viral load to make sure it is low and the virus won't spread to you. 

Hi there,

Eating these things doesn't increase your chances of getting pregnant. But having unprotected sex does increase your chances 

Hello there,

There is not much you can do except to be patient. It can take a few months for your menstrual cycle to go back to normal 

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I doubt you had a miscarriage. Your period is just irregular. If you are on contraceptives or took the morning after pill at any point then it may have affected your period this month 

Hi there,

You are describing what sounds like the beginning of labour and water starting to break. You need to wait a while and if it continues, head to the doctor or clinic 

Hello,

It sounds like you may have piles. You need to go to the clinic to go get checked and treated 

Hi there,

A lot of fruit and veggies like spinach and cabbage. Also eat a lot of beans 

Hi,

That sounds like an STI. You need to go get screened for STIs at the clinic and they they'll give you treatment 

Hi there,

It can be caused by hormones since you have a lot now that you are pregnant. The clinic will give you a treatment if you go 

Hi there,

I recommend you go to the clinic and ask to be checked for STIs. It sounds like you may have an STI and need treatment for it

Hi,

You need to go to a clinic or doctor to get checked. They will tell you what is happening after checking you and treat you

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It definitely sounds like an STI. You need to go to the clinic to get checked and treated 

Hi there,

People's bodies are different. Some women can fall pregnant immediately while some take a few months 

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There is no over the counter lotion for genital warts. Genital warts show that you potentially have an STI and you can go to the clinic to get checked and treated 

Hello,

You are describing what sounds like an STI. You need to go back to the clinic and tell them to check you for an STI

Hi there,

If she is only experiencing sore throat then I advise her to stay at home. If it doesn't get better, I recommend she test for Covid-19

Hi there, 

Your wife needs to see or be referred to  a gynaecologist. The doctor will then check her completely to figure our what is wrong and how to treat it

Hi there,

Your boyfriend needs to get screened for an STI

Hello,

Folic Acid and Ferrous Sulphate are Iron supplements each pregnant women gets when they are coming for their antenatal bookings. They are vitamins/nutrients needed by the body to create more red blood cells and increase blood volume so that your body is able to cater for the baby as well.

Red blood cells are responsible to manufacture oxygen in the body, therefore you need more of them when you are pregnant.

Please continue to take them everyday ,until your clinic tells you to stop

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Yes it can happen 

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What you are describing sounds like piles instead of anal cancer. Do research on piles and go to the clinic or doctor for help

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The only way to know for sure is to go to the clinic and they will test and tell you 

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A lot of people who crave soil have low iron. I advise you to get your iron levels checked at the clinic or doctor 

Hi there,

Antibiotics can affect the way that contraceptives work. It is important to use a condom when having sex if you are taking antibiotics 

Hi there,

You do have a chance of pregnancy. I advise you to get a pregnancy test to be sure

Hi,

You need to go to a clinic or doctor to get checked. They will tell you what is happening after checking you and treat you

Hi there,

oral sex is normal.

Read this before: https://bwisehealth.com/article/can-i-get-an-sti-from-oral-sex

Hi there,

You need to make sure you brush your teeth twice a day, floss, and rinse out your mouth after eating. Also brush your tongue when brushing your teeth

Hi there,

People with bad breath need to see a dentist who will check to see why they have bad breath. The reason is usually because something is wrong with their teeth

Hi there,

Another way to find out you are pregnant is to go to the clinic and they will take your blood 

Hi there,

There are no quick remedies. The best way is to exercise regularly, drink water and eat healthy 

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Pimples can grow anywhere so it is normal 

Hi there, 

The most fertile days are after your period. Especially 14 days after the first day of your period.

Hi there,

They are available but you usually need a prescription from a doctor

Hi there,

It is very important to brush your teeth or rinse them after eating and drink a lot of water.

Hi there,

You shouldn't be missing your period if you haven't had sex. Are you on a contraceptive?

Hi there,

People say this but there is no such thing. There is no such thing as a wrong egg.

Hello there,

It is important to drink them the way your doctor prescribed them. If you are unsure, please go back and ask

Hi there,

Nitrofurantion is an antibiotic to treat bladder /Urinary tract infections in your body , the clinic is supposed to test your urine every time you go for antenatal booking. It means they have picked up some infection in your bladder or urinary tract, which is very common in pregnancy, nothing to be worried about. Please continue the course by finishing the treatment.

TCB is an abbreviation of ‘To Come Back” , which guides you of your next appointment date.

Hi there,

How can I help you?

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It does sometimes happen. If it keeps happening for a few months then please go to the clinic or doctor 

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The vagina should not be itchy ever. Have you ever tested for STIs?

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You need to go get a pregnancy test as soon as possible to confirm if you are pregnant or if something else is happening.

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There can be a lot of reasons for irregular periods. 

Read this article: https://bwisehealth.com/article/when-your-period-signals-a-problem-menstrual-problems-that-may-need-medical-attention

Yes, you can still fall pregnant with irregular periods and anemia 

Hi,

It could be a few things which is why you need to go to the clinic as soon as possible. Make sure you are also screened for STIs

Hello,

You need to be treated at a clinic by a doctor

Hello,

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Doing this is not safe. Go to the clinic to ask for medication that can help you that is safer

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Hi there,

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Hi there,

It is not true at all. Make sure you have protected sex (with a condom). If happens that you have unprotected sex then read this: https://bwisehealth.com/article/what-to-do-if-you-have-unprotected-sex

Hello there,

Gaining weight is not something that happens easily. I recommend you go to the clinic and have them refer you to a dietitian who will help you plan out what to eat

Hello,

You need to go to the clinic or doctor to get screened for STI's and other infections

Hi there,

Weight gain is not something you can control usually. It just happens and you need to be patient

Hello,

It is possible but I recommend you go to the clinic or doctor to get checked if that is the case

Hello,

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They should accept it. Explain your situation to them at the clinic and give them the affidavit.

Hi,

You need to go to a clinic or doctor to get checked. They will tell you what is happening after checking you and treat you

 Hi,

You need to go to a clinic or doctor to get checked. They will tell you what is happening after checking you and treat you

Hi there,

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Hi there,

This does not sound normal. I recommend you go to the clinic or doctor to get checked and to get screened for STIs

Hi,

You need to go to a clinic or doctor to get checked. They will tell you what is happening after checking you and treat you

Hello,

There is no contraceptive that will stop pregnancy 100% but injection is very close to 100%. It's best to also use condoms when you are having sex

Hi there,

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Hi there,

You need to go to the clinic to get screened for STIs

Hi,

You need to go to a clinic or doctor to get checked. They will tell you what is happening after checking you and treat you

Hi there,

It is sexual abuse. You need to tell your mom.

Read this article: https://bwisehealth.com/article/child-protection-you-are-not-alone

Hi there,

You need to go to the clinic or doctor as soon as possible to get checked. It is not normal

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You need to make sure you are eating fruits and vegetables, less sugar and salt and a lot of water

Hello,

The chances are low but it is possible

Hello,

Not necessarily. They can also be a sign of periods coming. 

Hello,

Some women find out late that they are pregnant. Just make sure you go to the clinic and do what they tell you to do

Hi there

It is not possible to say what is wrong with him without checking him. He needs to go back to the clinic or doctor to tell them that the pain is coming back and he needs further treatment

Hi,

You need to go to a clinic or doctor to get checked. They will tell you what is happening after checking you and treat you

Hello,

Nausea is a normal side effect of the ARV so be patient while your body gets used to the treatment. I recommend you buy a pregnancy test at the pharmacy just to ease your mind.

If the HIV test was a false positive then you will be okay. The ARVs won't cause any damage

Hi,

You need to go to a clinic or doctor to get checked. They will tell you what is happening after checking you and treat you

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You need to go to the clinic to get checked for STIs

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you need to go to the clinic or doctor to get checked. It's the only way.

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It takes a long time for some women to fall pregnant after using the injection. i advice you to be patient for a while and see what happens

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yes it is normal because you are going to reach menopause soon

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There could be many reasons.

You need to go to a clinic or doctor to get checked. They will tell you what is happening after checking you and treat you

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Contact the Covid-19 emergency hotline on 

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yes these foods are good for you. Multivitamins are also good but ask your doctor first to check if they are safe to use

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Multivitamins and iron supplements can help but make sure you talk to your doctor first before using them

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You'll usually see brown blood when you are starting your period or at the end of your period. It is completely normal

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You would need to go to the hospital and ask there

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It is up to you. Just remember that they work best when you take them at the same time everyday

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You need to go to a clinic or doctor to get checked. They will tell you what is happening after checking you and treat you

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Don't worry. The injection can change your period and how it comes (flow and how many days). This is normal

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There are many reasons to lose weight. You would need to go to a doctor or clinic to get checked to see what could be wrong.

Read this article: https://bwisehealth.com/article/vagina-talk

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Gaining weight is very difficult. There is no way to urgently gain weight

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It is up to you but remember that both people in the relationship must want it.

Read this: https://bwisehealth.com/article/waiting-for-the-right-person

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The first thing you need to do is to go to the clinic or doctor to get checked for STIs. You shouldn't be having pain and sores and pain when urinating. It is important to use condoms every time you have sex

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You need to go to a clinic or doctor to get checked. They will tell you what is happening after checking you and treat you

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You don't need sex toys to masturbate, you can also use your hands.

Read this: https://bwisehealth.com/article/masturbation-and-orgasm-touch-play

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yes it is fine. As long as you listen to your body and rest when you are tired. Don't exercise too hard

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You need to go to the clinic or doctor to get examined and then given treatment for the sinus infection 

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Please tell me more - when did it go away and why?

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You need to go to a clinic or doctor to get checked as it might be an allergic reaction. They will tell you what is happening after checking you and treat you

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The police officers at the station should be able to assist you with this and tell you what you need to write.

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Clots are very normal during menstruation and all women experience them at some point. The clots are just blood and other parts of the uterus that are coming out because you are not pregnant and are on your period. I know they can be painful so I recommend you take pain killers when in pain.

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You don’t have to worry, your baby will come out .Exercise is good for you but it does not have to be hard, so try taking short walks to the shop. Also remember some of these things are myths and not facts, your body is different from anyone elses, what they experienced you may not even experience…. All the best with your delivery 

Hi There, as you get closer to birth, the baby turns around facing down towards the birth canal. This can make you stomach to change size a bit and look smaller. If you are having any pains or bleeding visit your health care provider

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You need to make sure your vagina is wet when having sex. If it doesn't get wet naturally then you need to use lube which you can get at shops and at the pharmacy

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Please read this article: https://bwisehealth.com/article/asthma-411

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Oral sex is safe if done correctly and safely.

Read this article for more information: https://bwisehealth.com/article/can-i-get-an-sti-from-oral-sex

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There are many reasons why you could be having these headaches so you need to go to the doctor or clinic to get checked. Ask them to check you for migraines as well.

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Cysts can melt on their own at times, but sometimes they need medication. Unfortunately you need to go back to the clinic to get checked so that they give you the best treatment.

Having cysts can affect your periods and flow. 

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This is not normal. You need to go to the doctor or clinic as soon as possible because you were supposed to start your period a long time ago. 

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Inflammatory bowel diseases describe a condition where your digestive system has long-lasting inflammation and sores (ulcers) in the innermost lining of your large intestine (colon) and rectum.

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During sex, the vagina usually gets wet to allow penetration to be easier and to protect the vagina from getting hurt. Some women get wet naturally when they are sexually turned on but some women need a bit of help so they can use lube (which you can buy from the pharmacy) to help them be wet as they are dry.

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I recommend you get a pregnancy test to check if you are pregnant. 

Another thing is that you cycle could be irregular. But start with the pregnancy test

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There is nothing wrong. You just have a fast metabolism which means you digest food quickly 

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It is completely okay and normal

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You need to go to the clinic to get tested for STI's, especially HPV.

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You need to go back to the clinic and get screened for STIs as you could have one when I read your symptoms

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You need to go to a clinic or doctor to get checked. They will tell you what is happening after checking you and treat you. You also might need glasses

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You need to go to a clinic or doctor to get checked. They will tell you what is happening after checking you 

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If you don't feel the baby in the next month then make sure you go to the doctor or clinic. If your vagina is dry during sex then you can get lube from the pharmacy 

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There are a lot of reasons why your back could get sore. You need to get it checked at the clinic or doctor

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Make sure you are eating a lot of fruit and veggies like spinach and cabbage. If that doesn't help then you need to go to the clinic 

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It's okay. Just make sure you have sex with a condom for the next 7 days while your body gets used to the pill

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The vagina shouldn't smell bad. If it does, go to the clinic or doctor to get checked for STIs

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Yes it is.

Read this article: https://bwisehealth.com/article/anal-sex-your-questions-answered

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Yes it is a crime because you are younger than 16

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The body takes a while to get used to menstruating at the beginning so it may be irregular.

Talk to her to make sure she hasn't had unprotected sex

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You need to go to the clinic or doctor as soon as possible to get examined and treated

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The condom is more than 90% effective but you need to use it correctly.It can burst which is why it must be correctly. 

Contraceptives will not affect you from getting pregnant in future

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You need to take your baby to the clinic to get checked and given medication to help

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It takes a few months for the body to get used to the contraceptive injection. I recommend you wait a bit longer and if nothing improves or you get worse then go to the clinic

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Eating soil is not healthy. Especially when you are pregnant.

Go to the clinic and ask them to check your iron levels

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Why are you hiding? Periods are normal and don't have to be hidden

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I recommend you go to the clinic to get something for gas

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It might be affecting you. Go to the clinic or doctor to get iron supplements

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The chances of you being pregnant are low. Your body is still getting used to not being on the injection so that's why your nipples are doing that.

I recommend you buy a pregnancy test at the pharmacy just to ease your worries

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That is not normal at all. You need to go to the clinic or doctor to get checked as soon as possible

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Your vagina might be reacting to a soap you are using. Only wash it with water and no soap and see it if gets better. 

If it doesn't, go to the clinic to get screened for an STI or other infection

Hello,

You are old enough to make your own decisions about who you date. You shouldn't be listening to other people, as long as your relationship is healthy.

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It is possible but the chances are very low when you are using an implant. I recommend you have safe sex.

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Please read this: https://bwisehealth.com/article/feeling-sad-all-the-time-you-could-be-depressed

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We are currently not running a competition. 

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There is nothing wrong with oral sex. Just do it safely.

Read this for more information: https://bwisehealth.com/article/can-i-get-an-sti-from-oral-sex

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It depends on your body. Some people don't get their periods, some get less flow and less days and others still get their periods.

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Talk to that friend and tell them that you want to keep it a secret.

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Your vagina is fine as it is. It doesn't need to be tightened or to grip. Don't use ice inside it because that is not safe and won't help.

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As much as your viral load is very low you can still infect your partner. Talk to your Dr so that your partner can be put on PREP and also to guide you on how to protect your partner and you baby. You can read more about PREP here https://www.myprep.co.za/

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You need to take her to the doctor or clinic to get checked.

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You need to go to a clinic or doctor to get checked. They will tell you what is happening after checking you 

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The morning after pill and Canex V do not cancel each other. If you have an infection you may need an antibiotic which you can only get at the doctor. You also need to go with your partner so he doesn’t you risk reinfection 

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An expert will answer you.

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Hi there,

Use the contact information below to talk to a counselor who can give you advice:

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It is not possible to tell you what you are dealing with without checking you. You need to go to the doctor or clinic to get checked.

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Some people only show symptoms after 14 days. You need to self isolate and ask who you came into contact with to do the same. I advise that you and your friend get tested for Covid as well to be sure.

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You can get apps on your phone to help you track your cycle. Search for period tracker.

If you can't do this then count about 14 days from the first day of your last period and you will see when you are ovulating.

For the breast, please go to the clinic to get checked.

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You mustn't eat chillies with everything. Eat with with some things and not everyday and you will be okay.

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The only way to know for sure whether you are pregnant or not is to take a pregnancy test so I advise you to do that. If you are not pregnant then I recommend you go to the doctor or clinic to get checked.

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You can drink it now and again but not too much because acid is not good for you and the baby

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It is still too soon. Take the medication until you have finished it. You will start to see improvements over the next days

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There is nothing you can drink to make your penis larger. Just have a conversation with her and ask her what she likes so you can please her.

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You need to go back to the clinic or doctor to get checked for STIs.

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You could have an STI and need to go to the clinic or doctor to get checked and treated.

Read this: https://bwisehealth.com/article/sti-questions-all-the-answers-

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You need to start by going to the clinic or doctor so they can figure out what is happening to you and give you treatment.

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You are describing what sounds like an STI or other infection. You need to go to the clinic or doctor as soon as possible to get checked before it affects your baby.

You could also be sensitive or allergic to whatever soap you are using. Remember, the vagina only needs you to wash it with water, not soap.

Hello there,

The chances are low but it is very possible to get pregnant depending on how your cycle works.

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Some sperm does come out sometimes but it doesn't mean the vagina is rejecting the egg. You can still get pregnant because not all the sperm comes out 

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Eat a lot of fruit and drink a lot of water

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Your penis will be okay

Hi,

You need to go to a clinic or doctor to get checked. They will tell you what is happening after checking you 

Hello,

If the pregnancy test and blood tests both show that you are not pregnant then you are not pregnant. You need to go for further tests to see what could be wrong.

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Jogging is okay. Just make sure you are wearing a mask and jogging far away from other people.

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Exercise is good even if you have tested HIV positive. When did the back pains begin?

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I have never heard of that tea before. Is the spelling correct?

Hi there,

I have never heard of that tea before. Is the spelling correct?

Hi there,

You don't need to drain salt from your body. Just make sure you aren't consuming too much salt and your body will take care of it

Hi there, 

There is no way to treat thyroid at home. Your girlfriends needs to go to the nearest doctor or clinic or back to Groote Schuur hospital to take her treatments. She needs to go soon

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Contraceptives can make you have a heavy flow which is not good if you have anemia. Go back to the clinic and they can give you iron supplements. 

Hello,

If your vagina is dry when having sex then I recommend you buy lube and use it during sex. This will make it wet

Hello,

The chances of pregnancy are very low. Your breasts are aching because you haven't been on your period for a while.

You should be okay soon but if you are not then go to the clinic or doctor to get checked

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You should wait to take a pregnancy test until the week after your missed period for the most accurate result. If you don't want to wait until you've missed your period, you should wait at least one to two weeks after you had sex.

Hello there, Yes PEP is still an ARV but for prevention of HIV infection 

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I don't recommend it

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You need to go to the clinic to book very soon. Otherwise you'll have problems when you go to give birth

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The only way to know if you are pregnant is to take a pregnancy test. 

You could also have an STI so it's important to go to the clinic or doctor to get checked.

Hello,

You can have sex after 10 days but remember that pills won't stop you from getting HIV and STIs. Only condoms can do this. 

Also remember that prevention is not always 100% guaranteed to protect yo from falling pregnant

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It's very hard to say. Some women can fall pregnant within a month, some women take longer. It depends on your body and hormones

Hello,

Some pharmacies have smaller clinics where you can get tested. Also ask if they sell HIV self-testing kits

Hi there,

You need to go to the clinic or doctor to get checked for STIs and other infections.

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I recommend you go to the doctor or clinic to get checked. 

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There is nothing wrong with you. It's natural to like someone and then not like them sometimes.

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Please read these articles: https://bwisehealth.com/article/is-it-stress-or-something-else

https://bwisehealth.com/article/i-keep-thinking-about-hurting-or-killing-myself

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Prevention does not damage fallopian tubes or ovaries. For some women, the longer they use prevention, the longer it takes for them to fall pregnant but nothing is wrong. If you are unsure, go to the doctor or clinic to get checked.

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Drinking of potassium permanganate is dangerous, it can cause severe  damage to your liver. It is a myth, the fact is that it does not clean blood. If you are having problems read the article on taking care of your skin (https://bwisehealth.com/article/skin-problems-tackle-pimples-and-acne)

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You need to go to a clinic or doctor to get checked. They will tell you what is happening after checking you 

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You need to go to a clinic or doctor to get checked. They will tell you what is happening after checking you 

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You may have an STI and you need to get screened for that at the clinic or doctor

Hello,

It happens because your hormones in the body are changing because you are pregnant. It is normal and it gets better

Hi,

If it doesn't get better then go to the clinic or doctor to get checked

Hello,

If your vagina is not wet when having sex then you will feel pain. If it's not that then you might have an STI and need to go to the clinic or doctor to get screened.

Hello,

Yes there is a possibility. Make sure you are self-isolating and contact a doctor. You can also call the Covid hotline on: 

Hello,

This is normal. Period pains can start at a later stage because your hormones are working differently.

If you are worried, please go to the clinic or doctor to make sure everything is okay

Hello,

This is normal. Period pains can start at a later stage because your hormones are working differently.

If you are worried, please go to the clinic or doctor to make sure everything is okay

Hi,

You need to go to a clinic or doctor to get checked. They will tell you what is happening after checking you 

Hi,

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