Let's be honest: A trip to the OB-GYN can come with its share of awkward moments. Whether we're too shy to tell our doctor what’s really on our minds or worried about whether grooming is necessary ...

Even a woman who’s been through childbirth can become anxious during an OB-GYN appointment. So imagine a teen girl’s trip to the doctor for her first gynecological exam. Once the teenager is in a gown ...

ABC News chief medical correspondent and board certified OB-GYN Dr. Jen Ashton discusses what is and isn’t appropriate during an OB-GYN exam and how patients can protect themselves.

Do you feel anxious when you have to see a gynecologist? If you answered yes, you’re not alone. More than half of the women included in a 2009 study published in the journal Midwifery felt anxious or ...

What are appropriate boundaries during an OB-GYN exam? ABC News chief medical correspondent and board certified OB-GYN Dr. Jen Ashton discusses what is and isn’t appropriate during an OB-GYN exam and ...

An OB-GYN (obstetrician-gynecologist) specializes in female healthcare. They provide care related to biological functions such as menstruation, childbirth, and menopause. Share on Pinterest Here’s a ...

It’s on the calendar. It’s coming soon. Your first gynecological exam. For some young women, this may be particularly anxiety-inducing. Women's health expert Dr ...

A visit to the doctor can come with a lot of questions and anxiety—and that's even more true for a teen's first gynecology exam. But it doesn't have to be an intimidating experience! From knowing when ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . A recent national survey revealed that almost 40% of women were at least ‘somewhat concerned’ about what would ...