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What can i expect on a birth control pill consultation?


I made an appointment at planned parenthood bc i want to get on the pill. My question is, what can i expect during this "consultation"? the lady i spoke with on the phone told me no pelvic exam is required

It sounds like what you're going in for is a HOPE visit. (Hormonal options without pelvic exam)

Generally at those visits, you'll discuss your medical history, including allergies, whether you get migraines, if you've been on birth control before, if you have personally or family history of heart or blood pressure problems.

They'll take your blood pressure and maybe do a pregnancy test.

They'll talk about the different kind of birth control available, what they have, versus any prescriptions they can write if you have insurance.

If it's your first time on birth control, they'll talk about how to take it properly, what happens if you don't, back up procedures, etc.

Lastly, you'll get your birth control and they'll tell you when to start and when you're fully protected!

they will ask questions such as your medical history, what meds you're currently on, give you an optional pelvic, ask you when your cycle is, how many days it lasts, and finally tell you how the pill works, and when to begin taking it, and lastly give you the script

They'll ask you some questions like what meds your taking, your family history, what medical problems you might have, your allergies and so on.

Most likely your medical history and if you are on any medication right now.

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