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Gyno Visit
| Mon, 09-06-2004 - 12:43pm |
Hi,
I'm 23 and started having sex about 2 months ago and have been on birth control for 2 months as well. I'm just wondering ... I'm on my last pack of pills (of 3 months) and I have to go back to the clinic this month to get another 3 months ... I've never had a physical from a gyno .. so should I book one for next month when I go get more pills? I'm pretty sure I should now that I'm having sex ... I was just wondering if someone could tell me what to expect and honestly, is it really that bad? Thanks!
~Lynne

Dani
I too dreaded the visit last year, but it wasn't that bad at all. I was open with my doctor and told her it was gonna be my first exam, and she was very gentle and understanding. The visit was shorter than I expected. So try to relax, and talk openly with your doctor. It will be over before you know it. I hope you get one done soon, as usually doctors who give out 3 packs in advance, won't give you anymore refills until you get the exam done to check that everything is okay. Good luck!!!
J.
Since you are sexually active you should definitely have a pelvic to make certain everything is ok and to have a PAP to establish a baseline for comparison with future annual exams. I know you're not looking forward to it but it's over in just a few minutes and it really isn't all that bad. Here is an article on what to expect during a pelvic exam. Gynecological Exam: What Is It Like? http://www.ivillagehealth.com/experts/womens/qas/0,,242103_896,00.html Let us know how it goes, ok?
Good luck,
Jill
~Lynne