The first thing that usually happens during your annual exam is getting checks of your blood pressure, weight, pulse, and often urine. Be prepared to give the nurse A reliable examination of your breasts takes approximately 30 seconds per ...
http://womenshealth.about.com/od/gynecologicalhealthiss...
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Teenage girls should see an OB/GYN between the ages of 13 to 15. While pelvic exams are rarely required during this first visit, this visit helps to establish a relationship with the doctor of your choice and to go over your medical and sexual history (even if you have not had sexual intercourse.) This is a good time...
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womenshealth.about.com/od/gynecologicalhealthissues/a/gyn101.htm
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WHAT HAPPENS DURING A PELVIC EXAM ... Then you will be asked to lie down, slide to the end of the examination table and put your heels in the footrests, called stirrups. Feeling tense, anxious or even embarrassed is common at this time. Deep breathing and relaxation techniques can be helpful.
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www.sa.psu.edu/uhs/womenshealth/pelvicexam.cfm
www.sa.psu.edu/uhs/womenshealth/pelvicexam.cfm
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an m.d. During an examination to have a form filled out for Oregon State University, the physician wanted to palpate in location where I denied ... When she examined my abdomen, she pulled the sheet right down exposing my pubic area. It was this part of the exam that I felt most exposed. Even during the pelvic exam,
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www.thinklikeadoctor.com/exam.shtml
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During a pelvic exam, your doctor visually and manually assesses your reproductive organs. A pelvic exam usually is done as part of a woman's regular checkup, or your doctor may recommend a pelvic exam if you're having symptoms such as unusual vaginal discharge or pelvic pain.
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www.mayoclinic.com/health/pelvic-exam/MY00657
www.mayoclinic.com/health/pelvic-exam/MY00657
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This is a website designed to help a young woman understand what happens at her first visit to her general practitioner or gynecologist. It tells you why a young woman should undergo a pelvic examination. It talks also about what the doctor will discuss with you.
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You're not alone. There are a lot of girls who go through this the first time and often are very scared or nervous about going through this exam. It is a very common test and although scary, can help prevent a lot of unwanted diseases and...
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20081202160...
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The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends that a girl make her first visit to a gynecologist when she is between the ages of 13 and 15. Not all girls will need a pelvic exam during this initial visit, though. ... What Happens When You Go for Your Gyn Exam ... How to Perform a Breast Self-Examination...
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kidshealth.org/teen/sexual_health/girls/obgyn.html
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What Exactly Happens During A Pelvic Exam? ... It is true that a pelvic exam can be embarrassing, but it does not hurt. During a pelvic exam, you will feel pressure (like someone squeezing you hard), but you should not feel pain.
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www.sogc.org/health/health-exam_e.asp
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