Table of Contents
- 1 Can a 12 year old go to the GYN?
- 2 What age should you get your first Pap smear?
- 3 Should an 11 year old go to a gynecologist?
- 4 What is the right age to see a gynecologist?
- 5 What should I expect on my daughter’s first visit to the gynecologist?
- 6 Do girls need a Pap smear before starting birth control?
Can a 12 year old go to the GYN?
The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommends girls have their first gynecologic visit between ages 13 and 15. But even if there are no concerns, 13 to 15 is when a girl’s body is changing and she starts exploring her sexuality.
What age should you get your first Pap smear?
The Pap smear. Gynecologists recommend a Pap smear starting at age 21, and then every 3 years for women in their 20s. In this test, the doctor gently scrapes cells from the cervix using a small brush or spatula. The sample is checked in a lab for cell changes and cervical cancer.
Should an 11 year old go to a gynecologist?
According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologist, girls should have their first gynecologic visit between the ages of 13 and 15 years old. Pediatric and adolescent gynecology is a subspecialty of gynecology that provides comprehensive care for girls from birth to early adulthood.
What happens at first gynecologist appointment?
We’ll give you a general physical exam. This means we’ll check your blood pressure, your heart rate, your weight and we may need to take some blood for a blood test. This will help us see if you have diseases such as prediabetes. If you are having sex, we may give you a test for sexually transmitted infections.
Should I take my daughter to the doctor after first period?
Do not feel that you need to take your daughter after her first period unless she asks to go or you feel something may be wrong. You can accompany your daughter on her first visit or encourage her to go on her own – whatever works best for her. It’s the same for making that first appointment.
What is the right age to see a gynecologist?
What is the right age to take this step? The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommends that girls first see a gynecologist when they’re between the ages of 13 and 15. Most girls will not need a pelvic exam during this first visit, though.
What should I expect on my daughter’s first visit to the gynecologist?
Most girls will not need a pelvic exam during this first visit, though. Many gynecologists will just do a regular health exam and talk to a girl about her development. This is a great way for your daughter to develop a relationship with her gynecologist, so that she is comfortable sharing personal information in the future.
Do girls need a Pap smear before starting birth control?
Also, girls do not need a pap smear before they start birth control (American College of OBGYN). Women should begin having a breast examination at age 20. Of course if a girl notices a lump she should get it evaluated; the good news is that they are 99.5 percent benign at this age. If they’re sexually active, what about contraception?
When should my daughter get a Pap smear screening?
It’s important to understand Pap smear screening recommendations have changed numerous times over the last decade. As a result, many mothers remain uncertain as to when their daughter should begin this screening. The current recommendation is to begin Pap smear screenings at the age of 21, regardless of sexual activity or birth control needs.