I just started having sex and I know I
need to get some kind of birth control.
My friend took the shot but she gained
alot of weight I don't know if it was the
shot or not. My friend told me to get on
birth control you have to have an exam.
The thing is im really
nervouse about having someone looking at
me and poking at me down there. If
someone could tell me exactly what happens
what they do that way I could prepare
myself for it that would be great. I'd
ask my mom but we don't exactly talk so
somebody please respond.
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2ferano
Extremely EHEALTHy
Joined: 23 Dec 2003 Posts: 3717
Posted: 03-24-04 08:06am
Well, it is scary, but try to go to a
female doctor. You will feel way more
comfortable. And trust me, they don't
"look" in the way that you fear. They
are professionals.
Ummmm, well, you lay on the bed and put
your feet in the stirrups. They insert a
plastic or metal "clamp?" into you and
then slowly open it up. If you relax it
does not hurt at all. Then, they take a
long q-tip and take a sample from your
cervix. Then, they usually poke around a
little with their hands just to make sure
you dont have any pain.
It will make you feel gross, but it is
necessary. And it isn't as bad as you
would think. But, try to relax during
the exam, because when you tense up it is
more uncomfortable.
Aside from the exam being necessary for
birth control, it can catch cancer cells
early, which is very important. Good
luck. I hope this helped, I have never
described the "exam" before!Lol.
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amber1970
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 24 Mar 2004 Posts: 15
Posted: 03-24-04 21:24pm
if you've already started having sex
without sorting out birth control be very
careful. You could get pregnant, get stds
and then a doctor will need to examine
you, right. If you are mature enough to
have sex you have to be mature enough to
take care of your body. You shouldn't be
afraid of having an exam because everybody
needs it sometime. It's part of growing
up and taking responsibility for your own
body. Good luck
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rabiddustbunnie
Experienced User , Rather EHEALTHy
Joined: 20 Mar 2004 Posts: 73 Location: PA, USA
Posted: 03-24-04 23:52pm
I had my first gyno visit a few months
ago, and it wasn't nearly as terrible as
what I thought it would be. Like other
women suggested, try to get a female
doctor. It may make you feel more
comfortable. At the exam, they'll
probably give you a urine test, check your
blood pressure and your blood, and you'll
be asked to disrobe and put a gown on.
The exam itself doesn't hurt that much,
but it is a little uncomfortable.
(hotasfrick pretty much described what
happens). It's a very quick procedure.
I'd say my exam took 5 minutes if that.
If there's a planned parenthood in your
neighborhood, you may want to check it
out. It's where I went and the people
are friendly. Do some research on
different methods of birth control to see
what kind might be best for you. Planned
parenthood's website discusses each kind
in great detail.
Good luck!
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LadyL
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 23 Oct 2003 Posts: 18 Location: NJ
Posted: 03-25-04 01:06am
Just to add on the previous descriptions
by hotasfrick and rabiddustbunnie, (which
were right on target) the whole exam is
less than 5 minutes. It is not scary,
you just might feel a little discomfort.
You'll be in the waiting area way longer
then your check up will actually take.
It really isn't a big deal at all. And,
it is very important appointment.
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ms_chatz
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 25 Mar 2004 Posts: 23 Location: Houston, TX
Posted: 03-25-04 08:57am
What everyone has told you has been right.
But in my experience, male docs are
usually much more sensitive when it comes
to poking around down there. Sure you
may be a little bit more uncomfortable in
the beginning, but I think have a male doc
who'll go slow, beats a female doc who
feel it isn't a big deal because she has
them all the time.
Just something to consider.
Ms_chatz
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2ferano
Extremely EHEALTHy
Joined: 23 Dec 2003 Posts: 3717
Posted: 03-26-04 07:31am
Yeah, it really does all depend on the
individual doctor. I personally found
every male gyno I ever saw to be very
insensitive. They were rougher and not
as concerned or understanding about my
questions. But on that same note, I have
been to female gynos who were also not
very gentle. So, it may take you a
couple of times to find a gyno that is
right for you! Mine just happens to be
female!
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DBabys
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 23 Mar 2004 Posts: 43 Location: Kentucky
Men Or Women Doc. Posted: 03-28-04 14:10pm
I prefer getting a male gyn. Every male
doc I have had has always been gental when
hes down there always explanins what he is
going to do. I have had 1 female doctor
and she hurt me she was so rough. I dont
think I will ever have another female gyn
because of the 1 doctor.
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snow bunny
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 27 Mar 2004 Posts: 5 Location: United States
Posted: 04-02-04 15:52pm
My gyno appointments never hurt me at all
and i'm not even sexually active! If
you've had sex before or used a tampon,
you know that being relaxed makes for a
smooth insertion. That's what you got to
remember when you have your appointment,
just relax. It helps me not to know what
they're inserting. Infact, I don't think
i've ever looked at the thing they insert
into me. It's about three mintues
tops... Maybe less...Doctors are very
comforting. You can tell them pretty
much anything and they've probably heard
it a thousand times!
As far as gaining weight, the pill has a
slightly smaller averge weight gain for
those that do gain weight than those who
gain weight on the shot. However, notice
I said, "those who do gain weight" .
It's both a side affect to gain weight or
to lose weight! Remain active in
exercise and eat right!
nervouse about having someone looking at
me and poking at me down there. If
someone could tell me exactly what happens
what they do that way I could prepare
myself for it that would be great. I'd
ask my mom but we don't exactly talk so
somebody please respond.
if you've already started having sex
without sorting out birth control be very
careful. You could get pregnant, get stds
and then a doctor will need to examine
you, right. If you are mature enough to
have sex you have to be mature enough to
take care of your body. You shouldn't be
afraid of having an exam because everybody
needs it sometime. It's part of growing
up and taking responsibility for your own
body. Good luck
