Visiting The Doctor / Question
Published: September 28, 2006
Dear TeenHealthFX,
I am a 15 year old girl. I was wondering if I should visit a gynecologist for an exam. Also, what happens during a gynecology exam? Does it hurt? Please answer as I have asked before and never gotten any answers.
Signed: What Happens At A Gynecological Exam
Dear What Happens At A Gynecological Exam,
Planned Parenthood’s website includes a very comprehensive section on gynecological exam, including information on why these exams are important, when to schedule exams with your gynecologist, and what to prepare for and expect during a gynecological exam. You can go to the following link for that information:
In addition, if you look under the section “Visiting the Doctor” on the TeenHealthFX website, you can find various questions and answers about GYN visits, including “First Gyno Visit” and “Sexually Active and Wondering About a Gyn.”
If you don't have a doctor and live in northern
Signed: TeenHealthFX
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