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When Is it Time to Start Seeing a Gynecologist? for Teens
Doctors recommend that girls start seeing a gynecologist between the ages of 13 and 15. Here's why.
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Is a Gynecologist the Same as a Primary Care Doctor? for Teens
Some primary care doctors provide routine gynecological care, but others don't.
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Does My Mom Have to Be in the Room During My Gyn Exam? for Teens
It's up to you if your mom stays in the room with you during a gyn exam.
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Pelvic Exams for Teens
A pelvic exam is where a doctor or nurse practitioner looks at a girl's reproductive organs (both outside and internally) and feels the uterus and ovaries to be sure everything's normal. Find out what's involved in this article for teens.
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Do I Need a Pelvic Exam if I Had the HPV Vaccine? for Teens
The doctor or nurse practitioner will decide if you need a pelvic exam based on your medical history and physical health.
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Feeling Fresh for Teens
Wondering what you can do to feel as clean as possible "down there"? Read this article for the facts on douches, wipes, and other feminine hygiene products.
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Spermicide for Teens
Spermicides should be used with another birth control method, such as condoms or a diaphragm. They be used alone but are not very effective that way.
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Birth Control Shot for Teens
Before you consider having sex, you need to know how to protect yourself. Read this article about the birth control shot and find out how it works - and how well.
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The IUD for Teens
Before you consider having sex, you need to know how to protect yourself. Learn more about the IUD and to find out how well it works for teens.
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The Diaphragm for Teens
Before you consider having sex, you need to know how to protect yourself. A diaphragm may be a birth control good option for a young woman who can take responsibility in advance.