11 Of The Worst Things Any Patient Can Do In A Gynecologist’s Appointment

8 You don’t check yourself for cervical cancer

There are several problems associated with your womb, uterus or basically your cervix that could put you at the risk of cervical cancer which is fairly common. Remember, the more pronounced cervical cancer symptoms only show up in the later stages but that doesn’t mean your body doesn’t warn you. The little problems that you neglect or bypass could well be warning signs that you shouldn’t be taking lightly.

A regular smear test can even save your life, so consult with your doctor and if you do experience even minor problems associated with cervical cancer, then go for a test immediately. Tip: 8 cervical cancer signs women should be aware of.

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9 Incomplete information about your symptoms

To get a clear picture of your condition and to make an accurate diagnosis, your gynecologist needs as much information as you can give him. So even if you observe a tiny little skin lesion and think of passing it off as a pimple, then that’s wrong. If you have noticed even a slight but unusual discharge, you need to let your doc know. He is the best judge of whether that information poses a problem or not. 

Regarding your health. Given the fact that you do have certain knowledge about health concerns, still, you should never attempt to take a decision yourself. Be concerned and take precautions but when it comes to treatment that is the territory of your gynecologist. Among things gynecologists don’t like is withholding information. 

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10 Stopping your pill

If you are on the pill or on any form of birth control, then it should never be stopped suddenly without consulting your gynecologist. Stopping birth control means you will have to abstain from physical intimacy or else risk getting pregnant. There are various other problems that could occur if you should suddenly think of stopping the pill in half cycle. It could confuse your uterus and bleeding could start even though it isn’t your period.

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11 You question the doctor on the non disclosure agreement

Regardless of your gynecologist being known to people you may know or colleagues and friends, never question the confidentiality of the non disclosure agreement. That is an issue doctors take seriously because your information will always remain confidential and private. The law requires all medical professionals to keep patient records and information private so no doctor is going to risk his license. Now that you know what gynecologists don’t like, just be considerate enough the next time you visit one. 

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