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[quote=Anonymous]Agree with all PPs and another voice for don't lie to your doc. In addition, by lying, you'll open yourself up to a lot more questions. Your doc will likely start asking questions about STDs and potential testing -- things that are not relevant if you're not sexually active. Save yourself the headache and awkwardness and just be honest. A good provider won't judge you. Don't underestimate the awkwardness of a speculum exam. While it is ultimately done with instruments, you are in an incredibly awkward position, your doctor is touching the outside of your vagina, and even for a sexually active woman who has been getting exams for 15 years - I find it uncomfortable. I remember my first early exams when I started going to a GYN and they weren't horrendous or super painful, but they were awkward, so another reason to just be honest with your provider. As another PP mentioned, you'll be getting a full breast exam as well as an abdominal exam. [/quote]
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