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last week my friend had to go to the doctor and she said that the doctor told her to take her pants of (underwear too)..........well any way i have to go next week also nd wat if he tells me to take my pnts of also...i noe hes a doctor but i still wouldn't feel comfortable doing that so if he tells me to what shouuld i do?
should i say no?
help!!!!!
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Generally speaking, if he is a male, he probably won't ask to "check" down there. If he does, obviously tell him that you're not okay with the situation, and if he persists, call 911 and run! No, just kidding, but seriously I'm sure he will stop once you tell him you're not comfortable with it. If you would feel better with a female doctor, request that for next time. I'm sure everything will be fine though (:
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Is your friend sexually active? That's the most likely reason for her pants needing to be removed for an examination.
You don't need to have a gynecological exam until you're either 18 or sexually active.
However, I do think I was about your age when I had my first breast exam, so that could happen.
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Any time a doctor (or anyone) asks you to do something you're not comfortable with, tell them you're not comfortable with it and ask why it's necessary. The reason should not be "trust me, I'm a doctor." Try to come up with an alternative that you're comfortable with, so that your boundaries are respected and the doctor can do whatever exams are needed. This way, everybody wins.
Obviously, if you're going to the gynecologist and you need a pelvic exam, then your pants need to come off. Again, there should be a reason beyond "Because I said so" or "It's just easier for me to examine you that way." A good doctor will work with you, rather than expect you to obey unquestioningly. You're old enough to demand logical, reasonable explanations.
Hope this helps.
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Just try and relax. If he asks you, and you feel uncomfortable, there is nothing wrong with asking him why he needs you to do that. Ask him politely if he could explain the procedure. If you wanted, maybe ask that your mom be in the room with you so you'd feel more comfortable. All professional doctors are there to help and will answer any and all questions you have if you have concerns or questions.
Depending on why you're going to go see the doctor, he may or may not ask you to do that. Unless you are getting a pap smear or getting a leg injury checked out, I can't see why else he would ask you to do so. Like I said, just feel free to ask questions or have a family member present to make you feel better.
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