How do I stop being scared of the Obgyn?
How do I stop being scared of the Obgyn?
- Paper dresses, breast exams, stirrups that spread so, so far apart…
- Learn how your vagina and vulva work and how to identify each part.
- Research to find the right women’s health specialist for you.
- Write down everything.
- …
- At the appointment, remember to breathe.
- Talk openly with your doctor.
Is it embarrassing to have a pelvic exam?
A pelvic exam can be awkward, embarrassing, and even uncomfortable, but it doesn’t have to be. Knowing what to expect and getting involved can help you feel more in control, can help you gain more understanding of your body, and can help empower you in a situation that can make you feel vulnerable.
How old was I when I went to the Gyno?
“I was about 24 and had had painful sex before. I’d also been to the gyno a few times but was always in excruciating pain to the point of tears each time. There’s trauma history there—long story. I saw a woman and had explained this to her before we started.
What did a woman say to me at the Gyno?
There’s trauma history there—long story. I saw a woman and had explained this to her before we started. She was clearly in a rush, so she kind of waved it away and got started. I cried out when she inserted the speculum, and she told me to grow up. She said, ‘You’re an adult, and you’re fine, it’ll be over in a few minutes.’
What happens after a visit to the Gyno?
One day you might leave after an especially informative chat with your doctor, brimming with useful information and “I’m a woman, my body is awesome, hear me roar!” emotions. Other times, not so much.
Why did my gyno refuse to give me an IUD?
“When I first tried to get an IUD five years ago, the gyno I went to had never heard the acronym STI and said he couldn’t give me an IUD because of my ‘transient’ lifestyle. I was single with no partners but wanted an IUD so I could work in the developing world without worrying about birth control access.” — Christina E.