How to Talk to a Doctor About Sexual Health: Tips and Strategies

Summary: Talking to your doctor about sexual health can feel scary, but it is very important. Your sexual health affects your whole body, including your mood, sleep, and relationships. Before your visit, write down your questions about birth control, STIs, or changes in your body.

Don't wait for the doctor to bring it up—they aren't mind readers! Be as specific as you can about your symptoms. If your doctor doesn't take your concerns seriously, ask them to write down in your medical chart that you reported the symptoms and they refused treatment. You always have the right to find a new doctor who listens to you and treats you with respect.

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