Vaginal discharge
Clear or white discharge is normal and keeps the vagina healthy. It changes with hormones and the cycle, and often increases before ovulation and…
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Reproductive anatomy and development
Accurate anatomy is the foundation of everything else on this site. This section explains vulvas, vaginas, penises, testicles, breasts and internal organs using correct medical terms alongside the everyday words people actually use.
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Do erections happen for no reason
Yes, and that is completely normal. Erections happen with arousal, but also during sleep, on waking, when you are anxious, when it is cold, and at times you cannot predict. They are not a sign that you are thinking about anything particular.
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Is vaginal discharge normal
Yes. Clear or white discharge is a normal part of keeping the vagina clean and healthy, and it usually increases around ovulation and before a period. Discharge that is suddenly different, smells unpleasant, comes with itching, or is blood-stained between periods is worth having checked.
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Is it normal to have wet dreams
Yes. Wet dreams are a normal part of puberty and can happen whether or not you have ever had sex or masturbated. They are not a sign that you are doing anything wrong, and they may stop happening or become less frequent as you get older.
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