Do you think its silly that i've never seen an GYN?

Question

I'm 23 and a virgin. I don't have a reason for anyone up there. I'm not worried bout getting cancer, b/c my philosophy is that everyone has to die anyways...

Answer 1

No, not silly, but it could be dangerous, there is more to cancer than just dying, it makes you very sick and has multiple bad effects on the body. I hate going but I do for my health. Just make an appt, it is not as bad as you think :)

Answer 2

Silly isn't the word for it. It is stupid. You should have gone, at the latest, when you turned 18. Just because we all have to die someday doesn't mean we should take stupid risks that will ensure we die sooner rather than later. Just because you could get hit by a car, it doesn't mean that you should jump out in front of one.
And there are other things that gynecologists can do, not just tell you that you have cancer. They can help you prevent cancer, and catch it soon so that it doesn't kill you. And there are other things you can get that aren't cancer.
Why not just make an appointment? It isn't hard? It won't hurt, and it will probably help.

My advise? CALL AN OB/GYN! NOW!

Answer 3

There are two answers to this question: yes and no.

Personally, I say no. I am one of those people that doesn't see an OB/GYN yearly for a check-up and prefer not to. I hate going to that type of doctor and will think of any excuse in the world to avoid it, stall it, or outright cancel it. I don't like illegal peeping toms, let alone legal ones.

With that said, there are benefits to seeing an OB/GYN. Not only can they test you for preventable diseases and cancers (i.e. uterine and ovarian cancer, sexually transmitted diseases, HIV/AIDS, etc.), but they can also provide you with things to make your period lighter [or to make it go away], lessen the pain of cramps, and even help with acne! It may be uncomfortable, but apparently the pros outweight the cons.

On a side note, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends that females start seeing an OB/GYN between the ages of 13 and 15 - this does not mean that a pelvic exam will be performed. Although you state you are not sexually active, many people and organizations recommend that you see an OB/GYN for preventative measures. Further, they are also in the business of vaccinating against certain strains of HPV, which you are a perfect candidate since you haven't had sex and are under the cut-off age.

Although I agree with your position, going may not be that horrible. Whatever you choose to do (or not do), no one should judge you for your decision; your body, your preference.

Hope this helps - cheers!

Answer 4

Everyone has to die sometime, but preferably not right now. Are you going to carry that philosophy over into all areas of your physical health and never see a doctor of any kind? Preventive medicine is one of the miracles and blessings of modern life. Don't assume that because you're 23 nothing can go wrong with your body, including your reproductive system. And don't assume that if something does go wrong, you're just going to die. Many young women are very hesitant about seeing a gynecologist. It's embarassing to think about. But knowing what to expect and why you should go will relieve some of your concern. Read this, and do consider getting an exam. You'll be doing yourself a favor.
http://www.adolescence.unh.edu/gyn.pdf

Answer 5

You should go to the doctor once a year. It doesn't have to be a gynecologist.... just your family doctor. Have them do a yearly physical. It's better to be safe than sorry! Trust me! I went this past year and they found a small little skin cancer spot. The doctor will ask if you are sexually active. They will decide by your history and family history whether to do a gynecological exam. They may just to a breast exam, who knows!
I do suggest that you do it though, philosophies can sometimes change when there is a new diagnosis!

Answer 6

You don't necessarily have to go to an OB/GYN, but you should definitely have a gynecological exam (many general practitions can do this). This is to look for any abnormalities in your reproductive system - you don't have to be having sex to have "sexual health" issues. Anything you find now will probably be minor and fixable or give you a warning that it needs to be watched in case something bad *does* happen. It's also just nice to know what's going on down their, and if there's anything that might effect your fertility or ability to gestate or give birth, whether you want to have children or not.

Answer 7

Well, Miss Pizza Pie, everyone does have to die anyways, but some deaths are better than others. Cancer is not a fun way to go. It is often long, drawn out and very painful.

On the other hand, gynecologists have to make a living to feed their families while living...can you help feed their kids by going to see one??? They would appreciate it.

And you could always see a woman gynecologist, if you are too shy to see a male gynecologist...

Answer 8

You need a pap smear every year. Just because you're a virgin doesn't mean you don't need to ever see a gyn. And sure everyone has to die anyway, but you'd probably rather do it in your bed when you're an old lady, than eaten alive by breast cancer like my cousin. She was 29. Don't think you're invulnerable, sweetie. You're not.

Answer 9

I am just like you. I am 19, and I have never seen a gyn as well. I have one for my regular doctor, and she tells me everytime I go in to see her, that I should have one back when i was 18. I still havent had one, and she told me that she will not push me, but if I do not get one within the next year she will not be my doctor anymore, because I am going against her advice.

Answer 10

relax. docs are fairly knowledgeable and expert. The truly take training on a thank you to act around sufferers. being a woman, and having many woman acquaintances i will assist you to recognize that all of us have been apprehensive approximately going our first time, although that's no longer a large deal. additionally, you may in particular request to have a woman physician do the examination, or have a woman nurse recent if the physician is male. If having a woman physician will placed you comfortable, the ask for one! It wont offend everyone! If at any factor you experience uncomfortable in the time of the examination in the present day tell them to give up, and depart.