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Questions You Have About Your Annual OB-GYN Exam, Answered

Find out answers to common questions people have before their annual well-woman exam with an OB-GYN or gynecologist.

Venus SánchezMera Goodman, MD, FAAP
Written by Venus Sánchez | Reviewed by Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP
Updated on May 14, 2025
Reviewed by Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP | May 14, 2025

Going to the gynecologist for a regular well-woman exam is a necessity. Whether it’s your first time going to the OB-GYN or you’re a veteran, you might still have some questions. In this video, learn the answers to common questions, such as whether you should shave beforehand or reschedule if you have your period.

References

American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. (2023). Your first gynecologic visit.

Planned Parenthood. (2020). Can you get a pelvic exam when you have your period?

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Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP, is a board-certified pediatrician. Prior to practicing medicine, she worked as a management consultant.

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