{"id":4743,"date":"2011-11-29T08:34:20","date_gmt":"2011-11-29T13:34:20","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ehealth.cooperhealth.org\/?p=4743"},"modified":"2011-11-29T08:34:20","modified_gmt":"2011-11-29T13:34:20","slug":"facts-about-your-annual-gynecological-exam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/2011\/11\/29\/facts-about-your-annual-gynecological-exam\/","title":{"rendered":"Facts about Your Annual Gynecological Exam"},"content":{"rendered":"

Natali R. Franzblau,<\/a> MD, MBA, FACOG, Co-Head, Division of General Obstetrics & Gynecology<\/p>\n

Embarrassing? Maybe\u2026But Your Health Depends on It<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"\"<\/a>Visiting the gynecologist can cause anxiety for many women.\u00a0 Much of the stress stems from feelings of modesty or the fear that something may be wrong. It is important, however, that women muster the strength and visit their gynecologist for their annual gynecology exam.<\/p>\n

This annual exam is often referred to as the “Well Woman Exam.” It is meant to reassure women that there are no potential\u00a0problems that may cause symptoms in the near future. If a problem is identified prior to it causing any symptoms, it is likely more amenable to treatment.<\/p>\n

This visit should include questions by the gynecologist that can lead to the diagnosis of medical issues before the onset of symptoms. Some of the questions are probing and may even seem embarrassing. These questions are meant to give each woman the opportunity to discuss problems they might otherwise fail to mention. They are also meant to identify problems that women may think are a normal part of aging and nothing can be done to correct them. Although this \u00a0is false, the most common of these problems are urinary issues and pain with intercourse.<\/p>\n

The annual exam is also a time to get information about your health, what tests are currently recommended for your age and what healthy lifestyle regimens are useful to maintain your good health.<\/p>\n

In order to make the most of this Well Woman Exam, come prepared with your medical, surgical and family histories as well as your list of medications so that the doctor has accurate information to work with. Also, it is a good idea to bring a list of questions with you to discuss with the\u00a0gynecologist during your visit.<\/p>\n

The most important thing to remember is that your physician is there to help you manage your health. If you haven\u2019t visited your gynecologist in the past year (or longer), I urge you to make an appointment right away. If you don\u2019t have a gynecologist, ask your primary care doctor, your friends, or family members as soon as possible for recommendations. The right gynecologist is out there for you, and it is important that you go. Your health depends on it.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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