Your First Gynecologist Visit: What to Expect
What happens at a first gynecologist visit, when to go, whether you need a pelvic exam, the questions you’ll be asked and how to prepare so you feel in control.
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Your Visit
What happens at gynecologist appointments, and how to prepare.
How Often Should You See a Gynecologist?
How often to see a gynecologist at every age: annual well-woman visits, Pap and HPV screening intervals, mammograms, STI tests and when to book sooner.
The Pelvic Exam: What Happens and Why
What happens during a pelvic exam, step by step: the external, speculum and bimanual parts, when an exam is needed, and how to make it more comfortable.
Questions to Ask Your Gynecologist
Useful questions to ask your gynecologist about screenings, birth control, periods, sexual health, pregnancy plans and menopause, plus tips for getting answers.