Nurse_Nettie replied to the topic Can you use an internal condom for anal sex? in the forum Sexual Health 4 days, 15 hours ago
@aunt_flo yeah, female/internal condoms definitely aren’t as widely available as traditional condoms. Most people probably buy them online or from Family Planning NSW clinics. Some women’s health clinics and pharmacies also have them though.
Nurse_Nettie replied to the topic How to do a breast check? in the forum Nurse Nettie 2 weeks ago
Hi @yogigirl, that’s a good question. The difference when you’ve had implants is knowing where the edges of the implants are so you can focus on your actual breast tissue. Your surgeon is the best resource for helping you to feel where this is, but any doctor can probably help guide you if you’re not sure.
Nurse_Nettie replied to the topic Can you use an internal condom for anal sex? in the forum Sexual Health 2 weeks ago
Hi @curiousss, this a great question. The answer is, yes! You can find guidelines about how to use it for anal sex here.
Nurse_Nettie replied to the topic Polycystic Ovaries – Any advice on managing the symptoms? in the forum Sexual Health 1 month ago
Thanks for updating us, @yogigirl. It’s empowering to know what was causing your symptoms. It means you can make informed choices about your health now.
And @curiousss, I’m so glad to know that you found the Jean Hailes resources helpful too.
Nurse_Nettie replied to the topic How to do a breast check? in the forum Nurse Nettie 1 month, 1 week ago
Hi @curiousss, great question! We used to say everyone should check their breasts the same way a doctor would do it. But we’ve learned through research that the most important thing isn’t technique, it’s just getting to know the usual feel of your breasts so you can easily recognise when something isn’t right. This is called breast awareness and…[Read more]
Nurse_Nettie replied to the topic Polycystic Ovaries – Any advice on managing the symptoms? in the forum Sexual Health 1 month, 1 week ago
Hi @yogigirl I’m sorry to hear that you’re struggling with these symptoms. Irregular periods, acne, and increased body and facial hair are common signs of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) so it’s great that you’re getting tested. PCOS is a really common condition that effects your hormones.
If it turns out you have PCOS, your doctor will give…[Read more]
Nurse_Nettie replied to the topic Polycystic Ovaries – Any advice on managing the symptoms? in the forum Sexual Health 1 month, 1 week ago
Hi @yogigirl I’m sorry to hear that you’re struggling with these symptoms. Irregular periods, acne, and increased body and facial hair are common signs of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) so it’s great that you’re getting tested. PCOS is a really common condition that effects your hormones.
If it turns out you have PCOS, your doctor will give…[Read more]
Nurse_Nettie replied to the topic Polycystic Ovaries – Any advice on managing the symptoms? in the forum Sexual Health 1 month, 1 week ago
Hi @yogigirl I’m sorry to hear that you’re struggling with these symptoms. Irregular periods, acne, and increased body and facial hair are common signs of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) so it’s great that you’re getting tested. PCOS is a really common condition that effects your hormones.
If it turns out you have PCOS, your doctor will give…[Read more]
Nurse_Nettie replied to the topic Can irregular periods be regular? in the forum Nurse Nettie 3 months, 1 week ago
Hi @YogiGirl, if you haven’t had your period in three months, it’s best to check in with a GP. There are a lot of different reasons you can miss periods. It could be related to stress or adjusting to coming off the pill, but there are hormonal conditions that can cause this too. Is there any chance you could be pregnant? Know 4 Sure is a useful…[Read more]
Nurse_Nettie replied to the topic I'm not really sure what to do or where to go from here in the forum Sex & Relationships 6 months ago
Hi @wakawaka123 thanks for sharing your experience here. You’re definitely not alone in struggling to find the kind of intimate relationship you’d really like to have. There are many different reasons it can be difficult. I can tell from your message that this is causing you a lot of distress and frustration though. I’d really encourage you to…[Read more]
Nurse_Nettie replied to the topic Is it safe to get a tattoo near the implant? in the forum Nurse Nettie 6 months, 1 week ago
@aunt_flo, there’s no need to avoid the entire bicep/tricep area. As implants are usually placed on the inside of the non dominant arm, having the tattoo on the front of the arm is totally fine. It’s just best to avoid tattooing over or near the implant.
Nurse_Nettie replied to the topic Is it safe to get a tattoo near the implant? in the forum Nurse Nettie 6 months, 1 week ago
Hi @aunt_flo, it’s a good question! The main concern is the risk of the Implant breaking & not providing contraceptive cover. Although tattooing may go to different depth in the skin to the implanon, the pressure applied may cause breakage. Generally the advice is to get a tattoo first & then the Implanon inserted after…or choose a different…[Read more]
Nurse_Nettie replied to the topic UTIs – peeing after sex? in the forum Sexual Health 7 months, 4 weeks ago
@piperr42 you’re definitely not alone. Sex is one of the most common causes for UTIs (Urinary Tract infections) in young people with a vagina. Peeing ‘immediately’ after sex is the recommendation. Peeing works by washing away any bacteria that’s moved around the urethra (the hole where wee comes out) during sex.
UTIs aren’t contagious though. If…[Read more]
Nurse_Nettie replied to the topic Can irregular periods be regular? in the forum Nurse Nettie 8 months, 2 weeks ago
That’s a great question! When it comes to periods we say a “normal” cycle can vary between 21 to 42 days. Coming off the Pill you’d usually expect your cycle to normalise within about three months. There are factors that contribute to irregular periods like travelling or weight loss or even intense physical exercise. There are also some pretty…[Read more]
Nurse_Nettie replied to the topic Early period? in the forum Sexual Health 9 months, 2 weeks ago
Hi @champagnepapi, it’s great that you’re keeping a log of your periods & are keeping aware of changes. Having a period is a result of a complex hormonal cycle that ranges over 4 to 6 weeks (21-42 days). In fact no period cycle is exactly the same as the one before. It may mean that every 6 months your cycle lasts longer.
A common reason for no…[Read more]
Nurse_Nettie replied to the topic Am I At Risk? in the forum Sexual Health 9 months, 4 weeks ago
Good to know @Raincoat 🙂 Agree, there’s lots of good info in this thread!
Nurse_Nettie replied to the topic Cock size matters ???? in the forum Nurse Nettie 9 months, 4 weeks ago
Hi @ark24, do you want to know who penis size really matters to? The answer is men, not women. I get so many questions from young guys worried about the size of their penis. I have never had a message from woman complaining about the penis size of a partner.
Part of the problem is a distorted idea of what penises look like. Guys may not actually…[Read more]
Nurse_Nettie replied to the topic Is porn problematic? in the forum Sex & Relationships 10 months ago
This is an important topic and I appreciate all of your thoughtful comments. Just wanted to acknowledge here that any discussion of sexual violence can be triggering for people, particularly those who have experienced assault or abuse before.
If you’re feeling distressed, make sure to reach out to a friend or have a chat with a counselor over…[Read more]
Nurse_Nettie replied to the topic Early period? in the forum Sexual Health 10 months ago
Hi @tea, if it’s a true period, I’d agree with @champagnepapi. Even if you’re usually pretty regular, a week early or late can be normal. However, bleeding between periods can be a sign of infection. If the bleeding is much lighter or heavier than what’s usual for you or if you’re experiencing pain, especially pain with penetrative sex, then it’s…[Read more]
Nurse_Nettie replied to the topic Great Experience- STI check in the forum Sexual Health 11 months ago
@earthmama @aunt_flo @stephaniaaaah, a lot of sexual health services are changing due to the impact of COVID 19. Unfortunately Transtest which is a partnership with ACON and Kirkton Road Centre is closed indefinitely. The same with Check Out service. Currently the best way to find out what services for HIV & STI testing are near you, is to call…[Read more]