Question 1

At what age should preventive visits start?

Accepted Answer

Annual gynecological visits are recommended from sexual activity onset or age 21. Pap smears every 3 years and HPV testing every 5 years are standard.

Question 2

How is pregnancy care scheduled?

Accepted Answer

First visit between weeks 6-10. Then every 4 weeks until week 28, every 2 weeks until week 36, then weekly until delivery.

Question 3

When should I see a gynecologist for period issues?

Accepted Answer

Menstrual irregularities lasting more than 3 months, heavy bleeding or severe cramps are valid reasons to see a gynecologist.

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