2019

When Should Your Teen Daughter Have Her First Gynecological Exam?

For many Boomer, Gen X, and even Millennial women, one's first pelvic exam didn't take place until age 18 or, in some cases, at the beginning of pregnancy. But there are a number of important reasons to perform a pelvic exam at a younger age, even before a teen is sexually active—doing so can help head off any potential problems before they arise. Read on to learn more about some of the guidelines for a teen's first pelvic exam.