- 1. Pelvic Exam
- (Gynecology Services)
- ... vagina with a speculum and may also take tests at that time such as a Pap smear and tests for gonorrhea and chlamydia. What happens during the pelvic exam? During the pelvic exam, drops of discharge ...
- 2. Infectious diseases
- (Infectious diseases)
- ... What you can do You may want to write a list that includes: Detailed descriptions of your symptoms Information about medical problems you've had Information about your parents' or siblings' ...
- 3. Genital herpes
- (Genital herpes)
- ... to see your family doctor or gynecologist. What you can do Before your appointment, you might want to write a list that answers the following questions: What are your symptoms? When did they ...
- 4. Keratitis
- (Keratitis)
- ... you may need to go directly to an ophthalmologist. Because appointments can be brief, and because there's often a lot to talk about, it's a good idea to be well prepared. What you can do Be aware ...
- 5. Roseola
- (Roseola)
- ... help you get ready for your appointment, as well as what to expect from your doctor. Information to gather in advance List your child's signs and symptoms, and note how long your child has had ...
- 6. Proctitis
- (Proctitis)
- ... system (gastroenterologist). Here's some information to help you get ready and to know what to expect from your doctor. What you can do Be aware of any pre-appointment restrictions. At the ...
- 7. Ramsay Hunt syndrome
- (Ramsay Hunt syndrome)
- ... doctor. He or she may refer you to a doctor who specializes in nervous system disorders (neurologist) or to an ear, nose and throat specialist (otolaryngologist). What you can do Before your appointment, ...
- 8. Lesbian and Bisexual Health Fact Sheet
- (Lesbian and Bisexual Women)
- Shanghai China What does it mean to be a lesbian? A lesbian is a woman who is sexually attracted to another woman or who has sex with another woman, even if it is only sometimes. ...
- 9. Sexually Transmitted Diseases
- (Gay and Bisexual Men's Health)
- ... such as the penis and anus What are the signs and symptoms of STDs? Some STDs do not cause any symptoms, while others can cause various symptoms, including: A discharge from your ...
- 10. Ten Things Gay Men Should discuss with Their Healthcare Provider
- (Gay and Bisexual Men's Health)
- ... in care with a good HIV provider. Safe sex is proven to reduce the risk of receiving or transmitting HIV. You should also discuss and be aware of what to do in the event that you are exposed to HIV (Post-Exposure- ...
- 11. Gay and Bisexual Men's Health
- (Gay and Bisexual Men's Health)
- ... care that you need to stay healthy and take steps to protect your partners. What tests are recommended to help ensure the sexual health of gay and bisexual men? As an individual, you can do a lot to ...
- 12. Uveitis
- (Uveitis)
- ... to a doctor who specializes in disorders of the eyes (ophthalmologist). Here's some information to help you get ready for your appointment, and know what to expect from your doctor. What you can do ...
- 13. Urinary tract infection
- (Urinary tract infection)
- ... in urinary disorders (urologist) or kidney disorders (nephrologist) for an evaluation to determine if urologic abnormalities may be causing the infections. What you can do Before your appointment, make ...
- 14. Canker sores
- (Canker sores)
- ... including what to expect from your doctor. Information to gather in advance Write down your symptoms, including when they first started and how they may have changed or worsened over time. Make ...
- 15. Shingles
- (Shingles)
- ... in a visit to the emergency room. What you can do You may want to write a list that includes: A detailed description of your symptoms Information about your medical problems, past and present ...
- 16. Preventing Unplanned Parenthood
- (Dating & Sex)
- ... before you’re ready, as well as the chance you’ll be talking to your child in a doctor’s office about treating her infection. What You Can Do You’ll want to help your teen understand that she can become ...
- 17. Making Healthy Decisions About Sex
- (Dating & Sex)
- I'm thinking about having sex. What do I need to know to stay healthy? Before you make any decisions, or even if you already have had sex but are unsure if you should again, read on for some important ...
- 18. Physical Development in Boys: What to Expect
- (Puberty)
- ... or religious beliefs. “What Are These Bumps On My Penis?” About one in three adolescent boys have penile pink pearly papules on their penis: pimplelike lesions around the crown, or corona. Although ...
- 19. Optic neuritis
- (Optic neuritis)
- ... the optic nerve, from the eye to the brain. In the brain, those electrical impulses are converted into visual information. Optic neuritis disrupts this process, affecting vision. It's not certain what ...
- 20. Meningitis
- (Meningitis)
- ... Severe, unrelenting headache Confusion Vomiting Stiff neck There's no way to know what kind of meningitis you or your child has without seeing your doctor and undergoing spinal fluid testing. ...