Annual Gynecology Exams in Orange Park, FL
An important part of staying healthy is to attend regular gynecological exams beginning at age 21, or within three years of becoming sexually active. The board-certified OBGYNs at Dr. Hyler & Associates perform annual gynecology exams at their offices in Orange Park and Middleburg, FL. They take the time to listen to your concerns and answer any questions you may have. Call (904) 264-1628 to schedule your annual exam today!
Preventive care includes:
- Discussion of health topics based on your age and risk factors
- Exams and screening tests
- Immunizations
What to Expect for Your Annual Gynecology Exams
In addition to checking your height, weight, and blood pressure, your gynecologist will ask you questions about your general health, menstrual period and sexual activities. During your annual exam at our Orange Park or Middleburg office, one of our OBGYN specialists will perform the following assessments and tests.
Breast Exam
During your breast exam, Dr. Hyler will check your breasts for signs of any potential problems, such as a lump. He will examine each breast by moving his or her fingers around your breast in a pattern. You may also be shown how to perform monthly self-examinations.
Pelvic Exam
During your pelvic exam, Dr. Hyler will examine your vagina, cervix and reproductive organs. Once you place your feet against footrests at the end of the examining table and slide forward, Dr. Hyler will then insert an instrument called a speculum into your vagina to gently spread the walls apart to examine the area. He then places one or two gloved, lubricated fingers into your vagina and the other hand presses on your abdomen from the outside to check the size, position, and shape of your internal pelvic organs. The pelvic exam may feel a bit uncomfortable, but should not hurt.
Pap Smear
A Pap smear checks for abnormal cells in the cervix that could lead to cancer. The gynecologist will insert a small cotton-tipped swab through the vagina into the cervix. Cells are removed from the cervix and sent to a laboratory to be checked for any abnormalities. The Pap smear is painless.
Well Woman Exam Schedule
These assessments should include screening, evaluation and counseling, and immunizations based on age and risk factors.
At 20 Years old
You should have your first pap test if you haven’t already and have a sexually transmitted infection screening if necessary.
At 30 Years old
Be sure to talk with your obgyn if you are planning on getting pregnant. Continue to get an annual well-woman visit during your 30s.
At 40 Years old
Decide with your obgyn when you should have a mammogram, especially if you have certain risk factors. If you’re having perimenopause symptoms, there may be ways to manage these symptoms.
At 50 Years old
During your 50s, it is good to get a lung cancer screening if you are a current or past smoker. It is also time to have a preventative screening for colorectal cancer.
At 60 Years old
Continue to get regular mammograms and osteoporosis screenings during your 60s.
At 70 Years old
Be sure to get a seasonal flu shot, a shingles shot, and a pneumonia shot, as well as others your gynecologist may recommend.
At 80 Years old
Discuss with your gynecologist ways to prevent falls, and if you have any problems with your visions or hearing.
Schedule an Appointment
The highly trained OBGYNs at Dr. Hyler & Associates are dedicated to providing the highest quality of care to women throughout Jacksonville, Orange Park, and Middleburg, Florida. Call (904) 264-1628 to schedule an appointment today!