It's time for my daughter's first pelvic exam. How can I make it easier for her?
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I think I would have been traumatized going in to watch my mom's pelvic...so I would say don't go THAT route!  I started at 9 years old and didn't have regular pelvics till I was 15...and only because I wanted to go on the pill.  So check with the dr...if she's not going on the pill and not sexually active, she may not even NEED to have one done yet!  If she does need to, do some kind of relaxing activity before hand...wether it be taking a walk, reading a book...whatever.  That will put her in a better frame of mind.  Most drs are really good with first time patients and walk them through it without too much trauma. :-)
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The pelvic exam shouldn't hurt and you should go to a doctor that you feel comfortable enough communicating with if you start feeling tense.\n\nThe first part involves a metal or plastic speculum that's inserted which can be uncomfortable because docs need to start heating the tools in advance!! But it's not that bad. While it's in they take a sample for the pap smear and you can't really feel anything.\n\nThe bi manual exam is when the doc slides fingers inside and using a hand on the outside of your abs can feel the location of your uterus and other organs. \n\nMost docs end the appointment with a breast exam.\n\nIt's not as fun as a day at the disney land, but I think you'll be fine. Treat yourself to something nice afterwards. :)
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A good history will be taken, date of last menstrual period, history of STD's, and some other questions will need to be answered.\n\nThe rest of the exam will involve an exam manually (with the hands/fingers), a speculum exam to see the cervical opening (os), and some cultures will be taken.\n\nBe sure to ask any questions you might have while you there.  The results of the cultures will take a few days to get back.
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I assume she has had a sleep study done on her. if the doctor recommended c-pap or what I use bi-pap, doesn't do the trick, you should ask if surgery is an option.
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First I would take her to an OB/GYN Dr. and have her tested for pregnancy and STD's.\n\nI would have a very long discussion with her so that she would better understand the life-threatening risks she is so carelessly taking, and how to protect herself.\n\nI would also play a more active role in my daughter's life, so that she wouldn't have to tell me anything I didn't already know.  Set a good example for her, and help guide her in making right decisions for her life.
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I hope she has seen a dr. to make sure she is fit enough to do exercises.  I would take it easy at first, maybe 10-15 minutes to start and work her way up.  Probably I would try it every other day and work up to every day....
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My 11 year old was like this earlier this year. We couldn't figure out what was wrong with her...It got really bad and she wouldn't eat for days because of the pain. The doctor put her on medicine but that made it worse... so this is what we did... We changed her diet, reduced her stress, had her talk to a counselor, and then went back for another thorough exam. For children there could be many things wrong... from cysts, infection, blockages, even allergies. I hope they find something to help your daughter! for our daughter we cut back on milk (she only gets a small amount now and we suplement her calcium), reduced sugar, went whole wheat, more vegies, and juice, and no soda pop, reduced junk food, and easy to cook meals (yes more work for mom and dad but worth it!) and also sent lunches with her to school to have more control over what she ate there too. Then I give her back massages, which seem to help relax her stomach muscles and then she drinks green tea with mom ( we made a ritual of herbal and tea time with her and I)... again.. hope your daughter feels better!
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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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It is very important for a woman to have a yearly physical exam beginning when they turn 18.  I was scared my first time when I went at 18.  I am now 47.  It is not my favorite thing to go in for my yearly physical, but I do it anyway.  It is important to find a doctor you are comfortable with since they will be checking you in your most private areas.  I have a wonderful woman doctor who is so kind and gentle.  She explains everything she is doing and let's me know ahead of time what she is going to do and what I will feel.  She also sits and talks with me first before the exam.  Early detection of any disease has a greater chance of being successfully treated.  A yearly physical with a gynecologist or a family practitioner (that's who I go to) helps detect or prevent possible problems.  Call today and make the appointment.  It'll be OK and you'll be glad you did.  Tell the nurse and the doctor that it is your first yearly exam and I am sure they will be glad to help you through it.  If not, go to a different doctor.
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You know whether or not your daughter is ready.  If you feel she is then you need to set yourself up as the computer administrator so you maintain control over what is going into the machine.  Do not give this control over.  You should also have net-guard or some other Internet blocker to have more effective parental controls.  \nAllowing your daughter access to a computer for school and certain entertainment is wonderful; however your job to monitor everything...esp on-line...\n\nThe question is not whether or not your daughter is prepared...but are you.\n\nChoose whatever OS (operating system) with which you are comfortable.  If you have a little more experience you can even go Linux and have a little more (and cheaper) range of educational programs while still having all the productivity control and entertainment of Microsoft or MAC.\n\nShop around (my favorite is www.TigerDirect.com)  They sell service plans and they have great deals on very well equipped laptops...you also could go to Dell, Gateway, or HP to create your own machine on line.  You can find a computer to fit your needs on almost any budget.   \n\nIf you need help with parental controls and OS administration...do not be afraid to contact your operating system's manufacturer...they all have customer support and are quite helpful in helping you set your machine.\n\nShop around and ave fun
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Tell her you want to go in alone, and if your doc needs to speak to her, she will be the first to know. Jeeze, mom.....
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Go over everything with her. I mean EVERYTHING...\nbring her to the doctor and make sure she is using birth control and that she hasnt contracted any diseases.\nBuy her some condoms. \n\nI know some people feel like this is encouraging it but its not.Obviously she is going to do it so help her do it safely.\n\nAlso be thankful that you have done a good enough job at parenting that she feels comfortable going to you with this.\n\nGood luck!
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10. Immediately go shopping for zucchini and cucumbers.\n\n9. Squat over a hand-held mirror for an hour and a half.\n\n8. See if they could finally do the splits.\n\n7. See if it's truly possible to launch a ping pong ball 20 feet.\n\n6. Cross their legs without rearranging their crotch.\n\n5. Get picked up in a bar in less than 10 minutes ... BEFORE closing time.\n\n4. Have consecutive multiple orgasms and still be ready for more without sleeping first.\n\n3. Go to the gynecologist for a pelvic exam and ask to have it recorded on video.\n\n2. Sit on the edge of the bed and pray for breasts too.\n\n1. Finally find that damned G-spot.
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tell her to go see a doc she is comfortable seeing
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Well if she is a vigin then do your best to be the first. But if she is not a vigin and she has done it before then go to a store and buy some viagra pills and wait till the right time then go through the small hole...lol
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get her some vitaman b-12 and midol tell her to take the vitaman b- 12 all month then the midol when she starts her period that should straighten her up
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For a general exam there are two parts - the breast exam and the vaginal exam.  You walk into the room undress, and put on those oh so fun paper robes, open to the front.  There is a blanket or sheet they give you to cover your lower half.  \n\nFor the vaginal exam you lie down scoot forward, and put your feet in the stirrups.  The doctor will insert a speculum (tool to open things up) so they can look around, and will use what looks like the worlds longest q-tip into you, swish it across the cervix to test for cervical cancer.\nThey then remove the speculum, stick a couple fingers in you with one hand, feel around your hip area with the other, to feel your ovaries.\nWhile this part isn't pleasant, it shouldn't hurt.  Let the doctor know this is your first exam, and often they will tell you what they are doing, use a smaller speculum, etc.  A little spotting after this can be normal. (it sounds awful, but they are very matter of fact about this.  THey will understand you being embarassed and uncomfortable, and every person I have had a check up with has done their best to make me feel at ease, and to get it done quickly.)\n\nFor the breast exam they have you lie down, and basically they feel around your breast.  Once again, not my favorite thing, but at least it doesn't hurt.\n\nAt your appointment you can ask your doc anything you have a questions about.  Funky periods, birth control questions, etc.\n\nThe doctor you have can be either male or female.  If you have a male doctor, they are required to have a female in the room with you while they do the physical exam (don't worry, the female is just a chaperone.  they will not be examining you too!).  \n\nI have had both male and female doctors, and it comes down to preference, you can request either sex dr. when you make your appointment. \n\nBottom line is, when you are done with it, you will feel much better.  It is scarier thinking about the appnt. than it is going!  After, if you like your doc. and felt comfortable, use them as your normal gynecologist.  If not, use a different one the next time.  Ask women in your life - friends, family, who they like to go to.\n\nAnd the up side is if your tests come back clear, you only have to visit them every other year.\n\nGood luck with your appointment.  Good for you for going!  You have nothing to be embarassed about.  Your health is worth it.