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Birth Control: Pap Smear
I understand that you have to get a pap smear before going on birth control. I read on the website below that if you haven't had sex before (and I haven't), then you do not need to have a pap smear done. I've never heard this before, can anyone tell me if it's true or how I can find out for sure?
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most likely they will give you a pap smear because even though you havent had sex, you can still have cancer or an std, etc. its a routine check and if i were you i would get it done. it doesnt hurt at all.
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When I went on birth control, all they did was make me pee in a cup so I could take a pregnancy test (even though I'm not sexually active, but it was routine). They also measured my blood pressure and that was all. No pelvic/rectal exams whatsoever.
Even if they don't require a pelvic exam (which includes a pap smear) I would still suggest getting a pelvic exam because it just ensures that everything is normal, even if you have no symptoms.
So to answer your question, I think it just depends where you go. Some might require it, some may not. You can always call them and ask them before making an appointment =)
~Maria, 17
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When I was 14 I had to have my first gynecological exam for birth control pills. I was looking for the pills to regulate my out-of-whack period--not for sex.
The doctor gave me an option since I was a virgin. He asked me if I was more comfortable doing the pelvic exam or, as an alternative, the rectal exam. He explained that the rectal exam was going to be done if I said no to the pelvic--so he could feel the back of my ovaries and uterus and make sure everything was alright. That I understand, he would be inserting two fingers into my anus for this but that was enough that I needed to hear. I, of course, chose to have the pelvic exam instead.
Now it seems that a lot of young men and women have different ideas of what sex is. If you have been fingered, eaten out, or even rubbed down there you need to be checked. If you have had ANY sexual contact then you need to have the pap smear done; however, you CAN tell your doctor that you are a "virgin" but have done ___, ___, and ___ with ## of people. It is important the doctor knows this because you are still very much at risk for STDs/STIs when you engage in such interaction.
If you are going because you feel you may have something "wrong" in your female area then the doctor will HAVE to check you. If you are having pain, possible yeast infection, heavy discharge, or anything of the sort then they will absolutely need to check you.
Speak with your doctor before the exam and ask what their method of doing things is. Be honest and tell the doctor what sexual experiences you have had. It's possible they won't push a procedure, but it's very possible so you need to talk with them, especially about WHY you're going for birth control pills.
I hope everything goes well. If you have any more questions, please feel free to ask me! :)
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A pelvic exam is more than just a pap smear.
They also make sure you aren't pregnant &
make sure everything looks normal.
I suppose technically if you are a virgin,
and still have an intact hymen the doctor
may not feel an internal exam is necessary.
I'm going to guess that is something the
doctor will decide when he takes a look
since many girls have a broken hymen from
normal activity.
I know they are not pleasant to have. I
don't think anybody likes them. They are
important though. They don't take long.
So go with the idea that you will probably
have one.
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