2007-08-21 06:48:02 · 20 answers · asked by naychiatay 2 in Health ➔ Women's Health
of course...it's not as bad as you think...pretty quick actually. just remember they are doctors and they have seen it all before!
2007-08-21 06:51:42 · answer #1 · answered by pinkdaisy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, the Doctor will need to check your uterus by inserting fingers and pushing down on your lower abdomen. He will also check your ovaries during this process. It is not painful just a little uncomfortable and yes embarassing. But realize this is part of participating in your own health. Ask lots of questions and even though you are embarassed.be proud that you are a woman. It doesn't hurt to take someone with you, your Mom or a best friend to hold your hand they don't see anything. Good Luck
2007-08-21 13:59:10 · answer #2 · answered by Dotties 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, but if you're nervous about it, maybe you can change your physician to a female doctor. If you don't know how to change your dr (im not sure how old you are) then ask one of your parents to do it for you.
A female doctor might make you feel more comfortable.
Also, most physicians are really good at making the patient feel comfortable. It's really not all that bad, they deal with these things on a daily basis... just remember, they know what their doing and they are there to help you.
Hope everything's ok!
2007-08-21 13:50:48 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probably, yes. It depends on what your problem is, though.
It's good to get checked out once a year anyway, and it's really not a big deal at all. It doesn't take very long.
If you're concerned, just let your doctor or nurse practitioner that you're nervous, and you can also ask them to use a smaller speculum if they'll be using one.
2007-08-21 13:56:16 · answer #4 · answered by Mia 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most likely...but don't be nervous about that! I know it seems weird and freaky but remember...ALL women have to do that in order to prevent major issues. You're not the only one who has to swallow their pride and just do it...and every woman feels the same way about it at first. Take charge of your health now, and don't be embarrassed...because A) like I said...all women do this, and B) it's MUCH better to prevent a problem or catch one early, than it is to wait until it's done major damage.
2007-08-21 13:53:05 · answer #5 · answered by quoth_the_Rav3n 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you go for a gynecological problem, you get a gynecological exam. Please do not let this keep you form seeing you physician. Go to see a female if a male makes you uncomfortable.
I assure you that the exam is purely professional, and, contrary to some Yahoo! Answers members, the male doctors are not perverts there for their own fun.
2007-08-21 13:52:42 · answer #6 · answered by BigJRules 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Unfortnuately....your doctor won't just dive into the situation though...they will also have a consult with you to ask you questions about the issue...make sure to come prepared with questions.
2007-08-21 13:52:57 · answer #7 · answered by Erica F 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Definitely....sorry sister, he will do a pelvic exam and prob put u on a birth control if your period is outta whack!
2007-08-21 13:53:20 · answer #8 · answered by brooklyn7582 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, but you may also have to undergo blood work don't know you, but weight affects your period, low/high iron, many many factors but YES the dr. will check "down there" :)
2007-08-21 13:52:11 · answer #9 · answered by phantom 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes it is called a pap test.
he will insert this contraption and maybe scrape your uterine walls with a little scraper and check it under the scope for any health problems.
hopefully he will be gentle and fast.
2007-08-21 13:53:58 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋