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How can I stop being scared of the gynecologist?
One way to help a woman ease the anxiety around a gynecology visit is for her to empower herself. Do some research, speak to friends and family about providers that they have seen and liked. Choose a provider who you think you would be comfortable with.
How can I relax during my gyno appointment?
Relax your muscles and breathe. It may sound like a cliche, but deep breathing really can help you relax. It also will help you relax your pelvic muscles, which makes exams easier and quicker.
How can I make my Speculum more comfortable?
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- Time your appointment with your period.
- Wear comfortable clothes.
- Ask for a woman to do the test.
- Ask for a smaller speculum.
- Put the speculum in yourself.
- Ask to change position.
- Don’t use lubricant.
- Use painkillers if necessary.
What’s the best way to clean yourself during a gynecologist appointment?
“Having decent hygiene is appreciated more than anything else,” says one doctor. Their recommendation? Just mild soap and water will do. If your male gynecologist seems to always have a doctor or nurse with them during examinations, that’s no coincidence.
Are OB-GYNs titillated by the sight of another woman’s body?
Most OB-GYNs are not titillated by the sight of yet another body. “Over time, that view becomes very clinical rather than sexual. I know to many patients, they don’t feel a difference, but I actually get a bit weirded out if people just whip off all their clothes in front of me,” says one doctor.
Is it awkward to go to the gynecologist?
While going to the gynecologist can be an awkward, intimate, or even embarrassing experience for some patients, for the doctors providing care, it’s just another day at the office.
How can I make my male gynecologist more comfortable with Me?
Just mild soap and water will do. If your male gynecologist seems to always have a doctor or nurse with them during examinations, that’s no coincidence. Many male gynecologists bring female medical professionals with them into exams to make sure the patient is comfortable and to keep misunderstandings to a minimum.