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I do not do a pap at the first exam. Our NHS guidelines are 30 yo. I usually ignore that but the first internal is daunting enough without getting out a speculum. Whenever possible, I avoid the stirrups as well.
Like kids who were traumatized at the dentist and never go again (until their teeth fall out), too many women are traumatized at what should eb an educational and informative exam. I try to make it interesting and, possibly, relaxing.
Cannot argue with at the menses. Sixteen is the outside acceptable age for first gyn exam.
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Brandye
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