I have an appointment with my family physician before I take a trip to the gyno, and it's my first time getting checked "down there." I'm not sexually active, I'm 17 and really nervous. What's it like and how can I prepare myself? Also has anyone else had bad ovary pain, what was the problem?
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I have extemely bad pain on both my ovaries, if its right after your period then you are just probably ovulating, if its before during and after tou might have ovarion systs. I have them and my doctor put me on birth control to reduce the systs. It helps alot. You should go to the gyno, the only thing that you prepare yourself for is when he is examing you and they do a papsmear, you might get a bad cramp like a period cramp it lasts only 2 seconds i wouldnt lie i am the biggest wimp when it comes to pain. You will be fine. If your on long island you should see Dr. John Vullo in West Islip he is great one of the top gyno's. Thats who i see.
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I started getting regular (yearly) exams after I became sexually active.  \n\nToday's gynecology standards say that you should start receiving annual pap smears by the time you turn 18 or as soon as you become sexually active.  \n\nHowever, if you're having any sort of feminine problems (itching, irritation, bad odor, severe pain, etc), you should see your doctor sooner.
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My smear test results were also unclear so I had to have one done also. Having a colpo exam is not bad. I am going to suggest you take a motrin before you go just incase you get some cramping. They use a duck bill just like in a pap, spread the liquid around your cervix and look at it with a microscope/blacklight to see any abnormal cells. My doctor had a machine that took pictures so that I could see what was going on too. They found some abnormal cells and took a biopsy. This is where you will feel some cramping probably. It feels like a pinch or a cramp. Nothing untolerable. (But the motrin helps!) After that they took a look inside the cervix, this part was the most uncomfortable. Not really painful, but not pleasant. After that it was over and we looked at the pictures and doctor explained to me what everything was. Just remember the motrin, my friend had to have a colpo also and she didn't take motrin and said hers was much more painful than mine sounded.
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First off,since you already had it diagnosed prior to renewing your insurance it may be considered a pre exsisting condition and may still not be covered by insurance.  You will need to check this out.\nSecondly,the stool is probably coincidental  and only related to something you ate.\nThirdly,ovarian cysts are painful and because it is attached to your ovary which probably just got through ovulating prior to your period this is making it feel more painful.\nBeing in your period and the hormones that are racing through your body at this time could possibly make it more painful.\nOvarian cysts can swell during this time but can reduce in size after your period is over and thusly may quit being so painful.\nOvarian cysts for the most part are benign though bothersome.\nThey can rupture on thier own as did mine and when they do,that will be painful as well but the pain does not last but for a short time.\nYes I suppose there could be the chance of infection though I think the incidence is small.\nThe ovarian cyst is usually just full of yellowish fluid that would be absorbed by the body should they burst.\nThey could operate on you while you are on your period but I don't think surgery is really indicated at this time.\nI would think that a Dr would give you some medicine that might help to reduce the cyst and possibly pain meds and or antibiotics.\nUnless you are running fever I wouldn't be too concerned about the cyst at this time except for the pain.\nShould you have fever,there could be the possibility of an ectopic pregnancy or pregnancy in the tube.  I hope that you have received a proper diagnosis and at this point I think a second opinion might be called for.\nYou could still have a regular period if you had an ectopic pregnancy since the uterus is not harboring the fetus.\nEctopic pregnancies can be dangerous to the woman and because of this and because of the amount of pain you are complaining about I think it would be most important at this point to have this ruled out.
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It shouldn't hurt. I count it as one of life's necessary "evils." I don't think any woman looks forward to her yearly pelvic exam. I was embarrassed the first time I had it done. It's a normal and necessary part of staying healthy. As with any medical procedure, be proactive. Educate yourself ahead of time. If you have any questions or concerns, write them down prior to your appointment. That way you won't walk out with any unanswered questions. Be up front with your doctor. Tell him/her that this is your first time. Most doctors are more than happy to take time to answer your questions and calm your fears. If you're not happy when it's over, find another doctor. I've listed a couple of links to articles regarding pelvic exams from the web.md site. \n\nGod Bless!
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Hi there. Getting examined by a Gynecologist is not necessary at your age (teen, right?) yet, unless you are sexually active. If you are not sexually active, you don't need to just yet. When you're a bit older and decide for yourself to become sexually active, then you'll have to start going to the Gynecologist and getting examined once a year.\n\nI do hope that you haven't engaged in any sexual activity though. Don't be in such a hurry. Enjoy your teenage years, even if it's not so enjoyable sometimes. A teenager's life is hard enough as it is without adding sex into it.
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I think you should go back to your Doc and ask him all the questions you have asked here, get him to explain it all to you and try going to a Well Woman clinic, why you should go to a gynecologist is beyond me, wrong end for a start, why worry as you are, get to the Doc and get your self checked and ASK those questions again  !!!
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At your annual pap and pelvic, you will first be asked a lot of questions about yourselft.  Your last period, length, pain, sexually active, using birth control, any adnormal paps, an OB history, any questions or concerns, are you doing monthly breast exams (not all questions are asked and sometimes others are asked, but these are just a quick over view.)  They will then do a breast exam, and if this is your first visit will teach you how to do a monthly breast exam.  Then they will do your pelvic exam.  During this then take cells from the cervix which is the pap smear.  They will sometimes do cultures, if you are having any problems (such as if you think you have a yeast infection.)  They will then do an internal exam with a gloved hand to check the size and position of the uterus and the ovaries.  \nDon't be nervous, just go to someone you feel comfortable with.
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Women are supposed to see the gynecologist when they are 18 or sexually active, which ever is first.  Although everything seems normal to you, you should still get a yearly pap test to make sure.  There could be things that you can't detect, like cancerous cells, etc.  Its best to just play it safe and see a gynecologist.
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I'm going through the same thing right now and know for a fact that I'm not pregnant, (having been sexually active in a long time), so I know that stress and exercise can cause dramatic changes in your cycle. Don't worry. Doctor's appointment is a good idea. Happened to me once before and when it started up again, it lasted two weeks, (that really sucked). It will be OK. You're probably just stressing about a test or job, etc. and don't even realize it.
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Well, since you're so young, you will probably have to tell your mom you would like a female doctor (since she probably make the appointments). NOt every office has male and female doctors, so that is your best bet. Just explain to her that you would feel more comfortable with a female doctor. I'm sure she would understand. \n\nI don't know what kind of physical you are going in for, but unless it is specifically planned that you will have a pap smear or pelvic exam, the doctor probably won't do any kind of exam "down there". You can absolutely ask your mom not to come in with you, but she may come in anyway.  \n\nDon't be so nervous. If you do have a pelvic exam, it's fast, painless, and really not a big deal. Just explain your wishes to your mom and I'm sure she will understand. Good luck and calm down.
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I don't know how old you are, but my advice is to ask women you trust about a good Ob/Gyn, and get a thorough exam before you go on the Pill. There are several different types, each with varying levels of female hormones, and knowing your history will help a doctor choose the right one for you. Many general practitioners are uncomfortable answering questions regarding sexuality, but the ObGyn is not. This is his or her specialty.
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It sounds like middleschmirtz. You can look it up on the web (yea, that is really the name). It is painful ovulation. Starts about two weeks or so after your last period began. It can cause mild to severe cramping feeling and lower back pain. (You would think we suffer enoung with the rest of the whole female cycle! Geesh!)\n\nLook in to it. That may be what is going on. \nAnother that I can think of is ovarian cysts. That can cause quite a bit of pain and discomfort too.\n\nEither way, if it continues, probably would be a good idea to see your OBGYN
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When you get a pap smear the DR takes a sample of your cirvex tissue with a cotton swab.  Much like the test for streap throat.  It's just not that easy though.  It can be uncomfortable, even if you have had children.  It is nothing to fear, and is quite a wonderful thing to dectect early problems like cancers.  my 19 yr old daughter has had problems with her cycle and has not had sex either.  The Dr. put her on the pill and told her not to worry about the pap smear until she was active or 25.  My personal thought....If your planning sex in the near future or have a family history of female issues,go to the Dr, if not take your time. Talk to your family Dr.  Most Dr's will understand and talk you thru that process.  Good Luck
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It could be a couple different things.  It's possible that you may have endometriosis or you may have cysts on your ovaries or uterus.  I have both and it sounds like some similar symptoms when I'm not on b.c.\nEither way, a vist to the gyno is needed.  I would go to a gyno, not your family doctor, a specialist will be more likely to give you an accurate diagnosis.
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Are you wanting to test for STDs (diseases)? If so a pap smear won't do that for you...\n \n"The Pap smear can detect cancerous or precancerous conditions of the cervix."\n\nThat from the "Why is it done?" section of...\nhttp://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003911.htm\n\nI strongly suggest you read the above site, it'll help explain the procedure and why it's done. \n\nSecondly sex has absloutely nothing to pap smears or when they should be done. Cervical cancer runs in my family so I get two pap smears a year. Usually at the same time I renew my birth contol pill prescription. I've been having pap smears since I was 13. Now, I'll tell you why most doctors won't proform a pap smear until you become sexually active (unless there is a proven and extremely high risk of cancer in your family like in my case) and the reason is that a pap smear can and will tear your hymen (cherry).\n\nTwo things though. The doctor is not supposed to tell your dad that you aren't a virgin because of patient confidentiality. Now if he thinks if there is something that risking your health he can tell your dad but there has to be a reason, Okay? Next, many girls tear their hymens before sex. When I had my first pap the doc asked if I was a virgin. I said yes and asked why? He told me I had no hymen and explained that sometimes that girls' hymens break without sex and it's nothing to worry about... So that's something for you to think about.\n\nYou need to start having you annual exams at this age...The younger the better! Your dad will probably understand that women need to see OBGYNs sometimes for girl problems. Not only that but he won't be in the exam room with you! LOL I doubt they'd even let him if he DID want to, (which most men have no desire to do!) \n\nHere's a tip...Doctors can do a STD test (diseases) before or after your pap. Try the county health department if ya'll don't have much money. They are very discreet...\n\nIf you have anymore questions or need details of what actually happens during a papsmear feel free to email me... \n\n:)
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Well, you probably should get to the doctor.  I know it's scary but the earlier you detect a cancerous growth the better -- it can be removed, you can receive treatment and you can recover faster.  But, what if you don't have cancer?  Then all of this worrying yourself and stress will be for nought.  That is why it is best for you to see a doctor.  Do you have a family doctor?  Someone you feel comfortable with?  How about starting at school and discussing these things with the school nurse?  You're old enough to have a gynecologist -- do you have one yet?  Well, before you make yourself crazy with worry... really, talk to someone and see a doctor about your symptoms.\n\nAs for your issues.  Maybe those lumps in your breast are actually breast development.  I can't remember how long the "buds" stage was supposed to last but... it sounds familiar. When you say that they feel small, sometimes larger and sometimes sore, have you noticed the soreness and size change around PMS time?  Maybe it's very normal.\n\nBlood in your #2.  Is it a lot of blood?  You may have developed an ulcer from worrying yourself so much.  Blood in the stool is often a sign of ulcers.  You may also have simply BM issues and have irritated your um, bum.  There are tests that I think you can buy from any pharmacy (I think that you have to ask the pharmacist because they keep them at the counter) -- but there is a test you can buy to test your #2.  I think that you send a sample (like a dipped sample or smear sample) to a lab on the package and they can make basic, early colon cancer determinations.  Ask your local pharmacist.  \n\nThroat cancer?  I don't know anything about this except that you should see a doctor.  I suspect that you have a touch of hypochondria going on here and that you may have psychosomatically given yourself some symptoms that are simply worry-symptoms.  For the cases of throat cancer that I've heard of, I think that the people were very heavy smokers. \n\nBecause you have had cancer in your family, it is good and prudent to be aware of the genetic odds of it traveling in your genes.  However, I caution you about getting too worried about these issues without getting professional advice.  Mind over matter -- *think* yourself healthy and your body will respond.