YOUNG-WOMEN Messages for March, 2002: Re: 'Shy' cervix?

Re: 'Shy' cervix?

From: Richard Chudacoff, MD, FACOG (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sun, 31 Mar 2002 15:59:27 -0600 (CST)

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At Sun, 31 Mar 2002, anonymous@obgyn.net wrote: >
>I am 31 years old and a virgin. Because of my virgin status (which, I
>understand, creates very low risk for cervical cancer) and my emotional
>difficulty with pelvic exams, I have been told that as long as I'm not
>sexually active, it's okay for me to delay exams a little; in other
>words, I've been told I only need them every 2 or 3 years instead of
>every year.
>

>
>Is my experience common?

I think that your experience is common, but not for what you think. Most women want a female practitioner because they THINK they want a 'sympathetic' clinician, when they actually want an 'empathetic' clinician (not someone who can say: that doesn't hurt, I've had it done many times, but rather: this might hurt and if it does tell me and I'll change what I am doing.) My opinion, more female practitioners are sympathetic and more males are empathetic. Generalization, but just my humble opinion. The nurse should have stopped, repositioned, or proceeded slowly.

Your 'shy' cervix may be related to a pelvic mass pushing the uterus to the side, or endometriosis causing shortening of the suspensory ligaments of the uterus. Without a thorough pelvic exam, then an ultrasound is in order.

I have a hugh respect for Planned Parenthood, but you DO get what you pay for. If you want more compassion and patience go to a private physician.

-- Richard Chudacoff, MD, FACOG Chudacoff Obstetrics & Gynecology, PLLC Sugar Land, TX

Note: opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only and, as such, do not constitute a physician-patient relationship. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options and/or interventions.

**Private emails cannot be entertained due to time constraints; consequently, they will receive no response.

**Thank you for understanding :).**

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