When to See a Gynecologist

Guidelines have changed over the past years about when you should see a gynecologist for the first time. Generally you should visit a gynecologist:

• When you are 18 years old or earlier if you have become sexually active
• If you have unusual bleeding or irregular periods
• If you stop having periods for 3 months or more
• If you have pelvic pain
• If you suspect or know you are pregnant
• If you have been trying to become
  pregnant without success