![]() With all your options for health care, figuring out which doctor to see for your issues can be overwhelming and confusing. Let’s take a look at a couple different types of physicians to help determine which health care provider you should see for gynecological care. Family Physicians often get the question, “What are the differences between the care provided by a gynecologist versus care from a family medicine doctor?” So, what’s the answer? Continue reading to learn some of the differences between the two specialties. A family medicine doctor is best suited for patients outlined below:
The next question many doctors receive is, “When should a young woman begin to seek gynecologic care?” or “At what age should my daughter begin gynecologic visits?” Generally, adolescent girls and young women should visit their family practice doctor for any gynecology concerns between the ages of 11 and 21. An adolescent or young woman who is sexually active should see a physician regularly for pelvic exams or screening tests as soon as she becomes sexually active. In the pre-teen and teen years, a family medicine physician can address the majority of concerns such as:
For the following concerns, a family physician can start the evaluation and refer to another specialist such as a gynecologist or endocrinologist if needed:
Finally, a last common question is, “When should a young woman begin Pap smears for cervical cancer prevention?” Currently, it is recommended that patients begin Pap smear screenings at the age of 21. All female patients should begin at this age, regardless of birth control needs or sexual activity. For further guidance, contact Dr. Jamie Glover at Glover Family Medicine for any health concerns or questions you may have.
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10/11/2017 06:43:52 am
My partner and I are planning to have me checked by a gynecologist as I usually have these uneasy pain in my cervix. This article educates me as to when I should see a gynecologist. Really helpful!
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Kenneth, 11/6/2017 12:09:05 am
My sister's period is irregular and she's in pain whenever she has her period. My mom suggested going to a gynecologist. She also sent my sister this article to make her understand why she needs to see a gynecologist.
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11/18/2017 09:46:22 am
This article is really helpful to decide if its reqyured to see GYN or not as it is the major confusion about consulting a GYN or family doctor. Thank you for sharing the condition when its time to go GYN.
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12/5/2017 09:54:36 pm
It's interesting to learn that a family doctor is better suited to answer questions when it comes to contraception, birth control, periods, pregnancy, libido, arousal, orgasms, or safer sex as you've mentioned. That's great to know since I previously thought that these things are for gynecologists only since they have something to do with the vaginal area. I'll be sure to keep this in mind when I'll have the need for any sex-related questions or the need for contraception. Thanks for the informative article about when one should see a gynecologist and a family doctor!
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You probably won’t print this but no young teenage girl should ever have an intimate exam with a male pediatrician or male physician. A male doctor is a man first controlled by his uncontrolled sexual arousal of naked teenage girls and must make an appointment with only a female doctor to avoid her embarrassment and the male doctors secret excitement. There are just as many female physicians so don’t take a chance. The internet is full of hundreds of stories of male doctors using the name of medicine to get attractive girls and women unclothed and for every case that gets prosecuted, ten other cases aren’t even investigated. I would never let a male doctor near my daughter just go to a female. Of course most doctors are ethical but many are not
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Lin yang
10/1/2020 02:40:50 pm
I’d rather have a male doctor than a girl one and I’m a girl. You realize that girls like to fuck too right? I didn't know that we should consult a gynecologist when you require advanced fertility testing or treatment. My sister wants to get pregnant because she's aging. My mom suggested seeing a gynecologist and shared this article with her. It says that people who need advanced pre-conception counseling for a medical condition that may make their pregnancy, especially high risk.
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12/25/2017 06:41:04 am
Thank you for sharing the symptoms when it is time to see gynecologist as most of people confused if they need to see a doctor or gynecologist.
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Thank you for listing situations where it would be better to visit a family doctor rather than a gynecologist. I'm glad that if I have any questions about any condition that require antibiotics I should go to a family doctor. I will have to keep that in mind next time I have some questions.
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4/30/2018 10:18:14 am
My sister recently found out that she is pregnant and I am glad that I found this article because I had no idea that there are so many benefits to having a gynecologist. You make a great point that you if you need routine pregnancy care you should see a gynecologist. This will be my sister's first child and she has a lot of questions so seeing a specialist would help her get the best answers.
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5/7/2018 03:45:56 pm
I really like how you said that an OBGYN should be able to help you with fertility. I also like how you said that they should be pregnant as well. My husband and I are looking into an OBGYN because I am pregnant!
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5/29/2018 07:01:48 pm
That's interesting that women should get pap smear exams starting at the age of 21 regardless if they are sexually active or are on birth control. My daughter is 17 so I was trying to figure out when she needs to go to a gynecologist. This will help me in finding her a gynecologist as she gets older.
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2/22/2021 11:35:03 am
Many doctors assume that women may not be honest about their sexual activity so that is why they recommend pap smears at the age of 21. Look at this article, Are Pap Smears Necessary For Virgins? at http://patientmodesty.org/virginandpapsmear.aspx.
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I like that you elaborated on reasons to go to a gynecologist or a family physician. My wife has been wanting to do fertility testing since we decided to try having a kid. I will keep this in mind as we look around for an ideal doctor. Thank you for your helpful information on When should a woman see a Gynecologist.
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6/15/2018 07:17:02 pm
I do like it when you said that an ordinary doctor will no longer be able to assist a woman If their pregnancy is high risk and require sensitive care. If that is the case, then I will see to it that I start looking for an OBGYN for my sister. She is weak-bodied and is quite sensitive, and the doctor did say that she needs to rest a lot. I am pretty sure they will agree with me if I suggested letting an OBGYN handle the issue to be sure.
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6/18/2018 07:49:46 am
I really like what you said about being sexually active and how girls should see a gynecologist at that point. That is something that my wife and I have been concerned about lately is when she should see a gynecologist. Maybe now would be a good time for her to do that and see what he has to say about her.
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6/26/2018 07:08:26 am
My daughter who is 16 is having some gynecology pains. Until reading this article, I didn't know that I should have her examined for her problems. She has been throwing up lately because of her time-of-the-month pains. And just like you stated, she has been missing school. Plus, I don't know how close her and her boyfriend have been getting as of lately. Also having gynecology diseases in my family is common. Thank you for sharing that I should get her into a checkup. I want to make sure that I get her into a gynecology examination as soon as I can.
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7/1/2018 09:41:33 pm
My sister is having a hard time when she has her period. It was explained here that it's time to see a gynecologist when there is discomfort in the vaginal area. Moreover, it's advisable to go to trusted health professionals for gynecology services.
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9/3/2018 07:55:56 pm
I appreciate it when you said that a person needs to see an ob-gyn if they have a condition that needs to be monitored and which may make their pregnancy high risk. My sister has a very thin uterus that was discovered during her medical examination. Now she intends to have a baby, and she wants to know how to make it work. She needs an ob-gyn's help now and no longer a doctor's.
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9/17/2018 12:48:24 pm
It's good to know that a gynecologist is recommended for any type of fertility testing or pregnancy care, like you said. I'm sure it's important to go to a gynecologist for any health concerns that are specific to women as well. My wife and I are going to be moving soon, so I know she wants to search for the right doctor in our new city.
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12/6/2018 11:28:13 am
I'm wanting to get birth control and didn't know that I had to go and see an gynecologist to get it. I'll have to do some research and see who would be the best in my area for me to go see. Hopefully, I'll be able to find a gynecologist that I'll love seeing.
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12/6/2018 02:05:56 pm
Dear Ellie,
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Based on your article, it seems that a gynecologist visit is needed for more advanced testings or pregnancy questions. My wife and I have been talking about taking our daughter to a gynecologist because she has hit puberty. It is good to know that she should do that for more advanced questions.
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I appreciate what you said about young adolescent girls and how they typically stick with their family doctor from the ages of 11 to 21. When it comes to women's health, it's best to visit a doctor that has extensive training and experience. I want to take my daughter to the doctor, so I'll take some time to find the best family practice in town.
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3/21/2019 11:20:44 pm
Thanks for helping me understand that a physician will be able to tell us the cause of the discomfort we might have in the pelvic area. I guess I will see one tomorrow to finally get to the bottom of this. I have been having this pain since last week, and it all started when I had a bad fall when the swing's chains collapsed at the park. There might have been an effect to my pelvic due to the impact.
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3/29/2019 05:10:48 pm
Thanks for helping me understand that we need to see a specialist when we feel that our menstruation hurts more than the usual since there might be underlying symptoms. I will follow your advice now that my daughter has been telling me about it. It is her first period actually, but she said that it has been tackled in school, and she did not expect that it would hurt that much. There might be other issues.
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4/3/2019 06:41:05 pm
It's great you talked about the importance of having a female member of the family visit a family doctor since they are able to take a look at many health-related concerns. The times when a woman would be referred to a gynecologist is when there are issues that may require a major procedure or surgery, or if they need treatment for fertility testing. While I haven't the need to get myself tested yet, it's at least good to know that the option to visit a gynecologist is available to me.
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4/16/2019 12:48:24 pm
That's good to know that if you have painful menstruation that causes you to miss activities that you should go to a gynecologist. This is helpful since my daughter has been really painful periods that causes her to miss some soccer practices recently. I'll have to find an OB/GYN I can take her to, to see if there's a treatment she can get to help with that.
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5/9/2019 12:28:23 pm
Thank you for explaining that you should go to a family medicine doctor if you have questions about the female reproductive system. My sister has had some questions that she doesn't know where to go to for answers, and I have been trying to help her out. I will forward this article to her and hopefully, that will help direct her to the right professional to help her.
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9/4/2019 10:47:18 pm
Hey,
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I liked that you said that one reason to consider visiting a gynecologist is that women may notice a concern regarding menstruation. I would imagine that a safe practice when you have any concern is to vsiti a specialist to calm your fears or to take action at resolving an issue. I will be sure to consider visiting the doctor if I am ever worried about something that is happening with my body so that I can ensure proper health.
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10/4/2019 04:47:32 pm
This article was really helpful to me, especially when you explained that your issue needs a surgery or major procedure. This makes sense because you'll want someone with years of experience so they know how to help you in your specific situation, not just generally. I'll have to look more into gynecological services.
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10/14/2019 09:50:30 am
My partner and I are planning to get married in the future, but since we're regularly seeing each other and spending some time to make love, it would be cheaper to have a good birth control solution before we settle down. It's good to know that an OB-Gyn can give me an implantable birth control placed inside me if I visit one. I think I'll consider asking one about this so I'll know if this is the right option for me.
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10/28/2019 10:18:06 am
I'm glad you talked about seeing a gynecologist when a being concerned regarding menstruation. My youngest sister has a few questions, but my wife could answer her. We will take her to see a gynecologist so they can answer her topics.
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I thought it was very interesting that you explained that you should see a family doctor when you have questions about the reproductive system. My daughter is getting ready to go out to college and I am trying to find a doctor in that city that could be helpful in case she ever feels sick. I will make sure I keep these tips in mind in case she needs this, too.
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12/18/2019 11:51:05 am
It's good that you point out that seeing a gynecologist is good for women who need medical counseling before deciding to get pregnant. My wife has a medical condition that may affect our ability to have a child, so I am considering taking her to an OBGYN. I'm going to look for a good OBGYN in my area.
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2/21/2020 04:35:58 pm
I am glad you mention that women should first see a gynecologist between the ages of 11 and 21. My sister has been trying to figure out when she should take her daughter for the first time. I think she should take her when she is younger to make it normal and part of her routine.
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4/15/2020 03:14:14 am
Hey,
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4/15/2020 11:50:54 am
Thanks for explaining that female patients should start getting regular Pap smears at the age of 21. I want to help my oldest daughter find a medical center with a good women's care doctor so she can start taking charge of her own health. I'm glad I read your article os I can give her accurate information about the timeline of what to expect from women's health care!
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5/11/2020 07:48:41 am
Thank you for sharing such an informative blog. Loved reading it!!
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5/14/2020 07:42:58 am
Thanks for sharing the information on such delicate and important topic. Truly, be it any gynecological issues or pregnancy care, it is very important to consult with a right obstetrics and gynaecologist with whom one can discuss all the issue that women face. Interestingly, even we deal in same services. At Arete Health, Dr. Chan is an experienced female consultant obstetrician, gynaecologist and advanced laparoscopic surgeon and has admitting rights to Norwest Private Hospital, Bella Vista and Westmead Private Hospital. To know more, visit us!
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6/25/2020 06:02:51 am
I like what you said about going to an obstetrician for advanced fertility testing. My sister and her husband want to try for a child soon. I'll share this information with her so that she can look into her options for gynecologists who can help her with this.
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8/12/2020 11:08:52 pm
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9/23/2020 11:19:07 pm
Hi,
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10/17/2020 09:25:09 pm
I appreciate that you shared the useful infortion with us. Keep posting.
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11/10/2020 08:17:59 am
Thank you for pointing out that it's important for women to see a gynecologist for pregnancy-related issues. My wife and I want to have a child soon, so I think she needs to see a gynecologist. I'm going to search for a reputable gynecologist in the area that we can use.
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11/12/2020 12:11:20 am
Hi,
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11/16/2020 08:27:35 pm
My sister has been wanting to conceive a child since early this year but she always failed and it has been a disappointing moment for her and her husband. I liked it when you mentioned going to a gynecologist to do advanced fertility testing, as well as treatment if the doctor can help with the situation. I will suggest to her finding a reputable gynecologist who is experienced to do further check and provide the right treatment so they can conceive a baby as soon as possible.
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11/25/2020 09:14:12 am
It's interesting that you mention that a gynecologist can help women with fertility testing. My wife wants to get her fertility tested, so I'm thinking about finding an OB/GYN for her. I'm going to search for a reputable OB/GYN in the area to use.
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12/10/2020 02:38:39 pm
My sister has been thinking about going to an OBGYN for some abnormal bleeding that she is having. Making sure that she can be treated by a professional could be reassuring for her. Thanks for explaining how she can also understand more about how her body works, get a health exam, or get some birth control.
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12/17/2020 11:58:27 am
Thank you for pointing out that a gynecologist can help you if you need fertility testing. My wife and I have been trying to conceive a child for a long time, so she wants to see a gynecologist for fertility testing. I'm going to search for a good gynecology clinic in the area that offers fertility testing.
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1/8/2021 08:23:15 am
Thank you for pointing out that an OB/GYN can help with fertility treatment. My wife and I have been trying to have a baby for a long time, so we are thinking about going to an OB/GYN for fertility treatment. I'm going to search for a reputable OB/GYN in the area that we can use.
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2/9/2021 03:12:26 am
“When should a young woman begin Pap smears for cervical cancer prevention?” please answer this question clearly.
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2/24/2021 12:40:07 pm
Thank you very much for sharing this great information. This actually helped me a lot. I mean...you know I was looking for some ways on <a href="https://shapingbetter.com/how-to-stop-spotting-on-the-pill/">how to stop spotting on the pill</a>. Well, talking about gynecologist, our family doctor said that my cousin's pregnancy is normal and we don't need to worry much.
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michelle
3/6/2021 02:05:39 am
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3/29/2021 02:36:36 pm
Thanks for the information on gynecologists. I would like to find one for my daughter. She has just found out she's pregnant.
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