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Is a pelvic exam mandatory prior to prescribing “the pill”?

April 26, 2017exam mandatory pelvic prescribing prior the pill

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Is a pelvic exam mandatory prior to prescribing “the pill”?

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A pelvic examination is not mandatory prior to the first oral contraceptive prescription, and may be postponed until a follow-up visit. The pelvic exam and pap smear should be discussed at the first visit as an expectation for future follow-up visits.