Do i have to take off ALL my clothes in a physical exam?!
Question: Do i have to take off ALL my clothes in a physical exam.?
Hey, i'm a 15 years old girl and i'm going in for a physical exam for the first time. i was wondering if for the physical exam i'd have to take off ALL my clothes.? and exactly what would do they do in a physical exam.?Health Question & Answer
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A physical exam..... like a pap smear.? If it is then yes. But for a regular physical no. A physical is like a check up. Just to make sure everything is in working order. Reflexes, Lungs, blood pressure, etc.Health Question & Answer
If it is a gynecological visit, expect a pap test administered by inserting a speculum into the vagina and taking small samples from your cervix and vagina. This can be very uncomfortable, but just remember to relax. They will also lightly touch and examine your vulva and labia to make sure there are no bumps, irritation or infection.
If you get a breast exam, wear a loose shirt that can be pushed up easily. Or, they may give you a paper jacket to wear until they get to that part. They will give you a paper blanket to cover your lower half. Just let the doctor know if you are nervous and ask them to tell you what they are doing and touch your leg when they start to examine you. That always helped me.
And if the doctor makes you feel uncomfortable in any way, don't be afraid to find a new one next year.Health Question & Answer
If you get a breast exam, wear a loose shirt that can be pushed up easily. Or, they may give you a paper jacket to wear until they get to that part. They will give you a paper blanket to cover your lower half. Just let the doctor know if you are nervous and ask them to tell you what they are doing and touch your leg when they start to examine you. That always helped me.
And if the doctor makes you feel uncomfortable in any way, don't be afraid to find a new one next year.Health Question & Answer
If you're 15 years old and have *never* had any sort of complete physical, your parents should be imprisoned for "failure to provide the necessities of life".
That aside... yes. Everything that can be touched or looked at should be examined, and that means your entire body, including those inner parts that are easily accessible - your mouth/throat/ears/nose, your vulva/vagina and your rectum.
Those "lower" parts aren't gonna be easily checked up on if you're wearing any clothes, are they.?Health Question & Answer
That aside... yes. Everything that can be touched or looked at should be examined, and that means your entire body, including those inner parts that are easily accessible - your mouth/throat/ears/nose, your vulva/vagina and your rectum.
Those "lower" parts aren't gonna be easily checked up on if you're wearing any clothes, are they.?Health Question & Answer
I am 55 and just had a hysterectomy and yes, you have to have your clothes off but they give you a gown and towel to put over you. It may be embarrassing when they check your rectum and vagina and touch your breasts but it's all part of the procedure. A female nurse will be there if it's a man doctor. They are checking for cancer usually that is why they have to check your female reproductive organs.Health Question & Answer
well if its one for sports i didnt have to take anything off but if its with a gyn then yes but its not as scary as u think. just be prepared and no worries.. it cant be any worse then when i got one with a male dr for a medical certificate and i forgot i was going that day.. well i wore a thong and was instructed to bend over so he could see my back i guess... i totally showed him my *** and he turned red and walked out.. i was mortified...Health Question & Answer
You would be stripping down to your underwear, then a female physician would examine you (yes it will involve touching of your more personal areas). They are highly trained professionals and will not go beyond what they need to. There is no need to worry.Health Question & Answer
yes all of it. But don't worry, they are professionals that do this all day thousands of times. I wouldn't even worry if I had a male Dr. they are all the same. Plus your mom or a female nurse will be in the room.Health Question & Answer
Yes How are they going to be able to give you your exam...lol.And they give you a breast exam,And check your rectum and vagina...You will be fine.Health Question & Answer
no just your shirt and pants. you will be in bra and underwear. Some doctors give you a robe thing to put on.Health Question & Answer
yes allHealth Question & Answer