Most women want their gynecologist to be polite, non-judgmental and knowledgeable. As every relationship is two-sided, so is the patient-doctor relationship, so gynecologists would do their job more easily if their patients did not:
... believe everything they read on the Internet
Every day, doctors are faced with patients who self-diagnose using information from the Internet and only require instructions for specialist examinations. The process of establishing a diagnosis is something that requires a lot of knowledge and experience.
... stayed in training clothes for a long time
After you finish your workout, change your clothes immediately. Sweat-soaked clothing is the perfect home for fungus and other germs to grow and develop. Wash sportswear after each use. Wear clean clothes before each workout.
... endured painful sex
Dyspareunia is considered the most common dysfunctional disorder and can be found in approximately two-thirds of all sexually mature and active women. According to the definition, dyspareunia means pain in the female genital area and/or in the lower abdomen immediately, during or after intercourse.
...questioned her gynecologist about all other complaints
Many gynecologists complain that patients often ask them about complaints that do not fall into their specialist area, so if your question does not relate to the reproductive organs and breasts, leave those questions for the general practitioner.
... treated themselves from fungal infections
Many women suspect a yeast infection at the first sign that something is wrong with their vagina, such as itching or discharge. But, if it is not a fungal infection, then wrong treatment leads to problems.
... assumed that heavy menstrual bleeding is normal
No matter how old you are, you should go for an examination if you have to change the pad every two hours during your period due to heavy bleeding. Normal blood loss during menstruation (usually lasting three to seven days) is about five tablespoons or 80 milliliters.
... wore uncomfortable underwear
Wearing a thong can cause irritation, and wearing underwear made of unnatural materials that do not allow air to flow through them creates a favorable climate for the growth of fungi. Remember that the skin in the intimate area is the most sensitive on the whole body.
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