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Re: First pelvic exam
From: Robin (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 13 Feb 2003 08:51:00 -0600 (CST)
Thanks for all the information--I scheduled an appointment and it's
monday and I made it with a female doctor because I think it make me
more comfortable. Thanks all. I'll let you know how it goes.
Robin
At Thu, 13 Feb 2003, R. Daniel Braun, MD wrote:
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>At Wed, 12 Feb 2003, Robin wrote:
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>>I am 20 years old and a virgin. Do I really need to have a pelvic exam
>>done? I made an appointment for next week, but when I made the
>>appointment the receptionist was asking me questions with any problems
>>that I'm having. I don't have any major problems and pretty much scared
>>to death to go. Can anyone enlighten. Thanks
>
>Pap smears are indicated starting at time of 1st intercourse or age 18
>whichever comes first.
>
>--
>R.Daniel Braun, MD FACOG FOG
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>and/or interventions.
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