6 myths about going to the gynecologist that you need to stop believing

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Visiting the gynecologist can be intimidating especially if you've never been before. To make it even more nerve-wracking, there's a lot of misinformation out there about visiting this type of doctor.

You shouldn't always cancel your appointment if you have your period and you shouldn't wait until you're pregnant to go the gynecologist.

Your gynecologist won't automatically screen you for sexually transmitted infections during your appointment unless you ask to be tested or express certain medical concerns.

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There is a lot of misinformation about visiting the gynecologist and exactly what you can expect from a routine exam. Some things may be based on partial truths, but others are just flat-out wrong.

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