Your First Gynecologist Visit: What to Expect and How to Prepare

A first visit to a gynecologist can make many young girls and women anxious. They have many queries related to what will be asked and what personal questions can be put forth regarding health, which can make your first expectant meeting with your gynecologist quite stressful and confusing.

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In this guide, we are going to tell you about what you may expect during your first gynecological checkup, so it should be stress-free for you.

​Understanding the Purpose of Visiting a Gynecologist

A visit to a Gynecologist is of utmost importance in the life of a woman. A gynecologist not only tells you about your reproductive health but also helps in maintaining your overall well-being. Check-ups are required in order to recognize possible threats that in the future may become huge problems. Regular checkups are not only significant for those women who face some issues, but they can also be helpful to establish a good routine in order to prevent problems, as well as to get advice on menstruation, pregnancy and contraception.

 

​When and Why to Schedule Your First Appointment

The ideal time for the first gynecologist visit is between the ages of 13-15, when menstruation starts. A gynecologist visit is more of an education with questions related to bodily changes initiated at adolescence.

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An adult should make an appointment once a year or more if they are experiencing irregular periods, pelvic pain, or abnormal vaginal discharge. Appointments can be of great help in managing the symptoms much better. Acne resulting from hormonal changes might be one of the prime causes of anxiousness in teenagers. A visit to the gynecologist will be able to help you retain your confidence.

​What and why prepare for the consultation with your gynaecologist

Being mentally prepared before your gynaecologist visit can help you converse better during the meeting with the gynaecologists and help to understand your queries and reproductive health better, this not only provides a stress free environment but also makes you comfortable with the concept of your body.

1.Bring along any current medication reports or medical history.

2. Do not schedule an appointment during your menstruation as it can hamper the test findings.

3. For 24 hours before your consultation, refrain from using vaginal sprays, douches, and creams.

4. Write down the symptoms and questions you want to ask. 

 

​​What to expect during the examination

What happens at the gynecologist visit depends on the age, symptoms, and health history of the patient. It can differ for each individual as to what to expect. The common questions a gynecologist will ask you about your health, lifestyle, and concerns as to why you're scheduling the visit, before proceeding to any examination.

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Physical examination includes the following:

1. Weight and blood pressure are checked

2. A general health check-up is done

2. For evaluating your reproductive organs, a pelvic exam can be done

3.Pap smear tools can be used for screening cervical cancer in adults

4. To check for any abnormal lumps in the chest area, breast examination can be done.

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Conclusion

The first visit to a gynaecologist represents an important step in the care of reproductive health. Having questions about one's health and understanding various changes and symptoms that  occur within one's body results in a close, emphatic relationship with one's gynaecologist.