Center for Young Women's HealthThanks for your question. Annual physicals (or routine check-ups) with your health care provider are still important. These visits are helpful to make sure you are healthy and to get … read more
Articles Tagged: check ups
I’m 19 years old and so scared of needles and shots that when I even think about them too much, I get so scared I break down crying. I don’t know what to do!
It’s bad enough to the point where I try to avoid seeing health care providers. I’ve tried distraction and calming methods but anytime I actually get the shot I just … read more
Do I absolutely have to see a gynecologist at a certain age now that I’m a teen?
When to have a gynecologic exam depends on whether there are any health problems such as vaginal infections, lack of menstrual periods, or other symptoms that need evaluation. Your first … read more
I’m lesbian and I came out to my friends on New Year’s Eve but I don’t know if I need to tell my doctor because I am only 13.
It takes a lot of courage to “come out” whether it is with your friends, family or others. Even though you are young, it is important to talk with your … read more
Lately I have been thinking I should get my first pelvic exam, but when and where do I do this? Will I get checked for STIs and whether I can have children in the future?
Most health care providers agree that a woman should have her first pelvic exam whenever she has a symptom such as abnormal bleeding, discharge or pain, or when she turns … read more
Your First Pelvic Exam
You may be worried about your first pelvic exam. It’s very normal to be uneasy about something when you don’t know what to expect. It’s also normal to feel embarrassed. … read more
Choosing a Primary Health Care Provider (PCP): General Information
Looking for information on how to find a primary health care provider (PCP) is a smart decision, because routine check-ups are a very important part of taking care of yourself. … read more
Choosing a Primary Health Care Provider (PCP): Check-Ups
Do I need to bring anything to my first check-up? You should take a copy of your health records, including your immunization record (a list of all the vaccines you … read more
Yearly Check-up
It’s time for your yearly check-up (sometimes called annual exam). It might seem strange to visit your primary care provider (PCP) when you’re not sick, but having a yearly check-up … read more