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Birth Control
| Mon, 09-15-2003 - 5:44pm |
Hi Everyone,
Since my husband is on medication (cancer), I would like to start some type of birth control: pills, shots, etc. I'm 24 and never been to one (gynecologist) before. I'm afraid to go because i'm very modest about my personal areas; but I know I should on a regular basis to stay healthy. Anyway, my question is, can a general doctor perscribe birth control pills or give shots or do I need to go to a gynecologist? What can I expect when I go? am exam? how do you guys overcome this fear? thanks in advance

Good Luck.
It can be scary having our first exam. But, it's not as bad as you think. If you need to feel more comfortable, bring a friend or your mom along. It's just something we have to do. It takes less than 10 minutes. I'm posting a link that my friend Judie wrote about the exam. She explains it very well!
http://messageboards.ivillage.com/n/mb/message.asp?webtag=iv-bhgynconcern&msg=10304.2
Regarding birth control, have you been on the Birth Control board? Judie is the cl over there and she's great! There are a lot of women there that have the same questions as you. Here's the link to that board.
http://messageboards.ivillage.com/iv-bhcontracept
To answer your question, a general doctor can perform your pap and prescribe birth control. You don't need to see a gyn just for that.
I hope this helps. Take care!
Kristin