How to stay out of the gynecologist's office

Review


Many women seek medical attention for minor conditions that they could easily take care of on their own. By providing women with descriptions of their reproductive systems and by discussing odors, textures, secretions, bumps, lumps and pains, The Federation of Feminist Women's Health Centers gives women the information necessary to evaluate their own conditions. You can then decide if there is actually anything wrong and if you can treat yourself at home, in which case the book offers self-treatment advice for some common conditions. If you decide you need outside help, the FFWHC offers enough information so that you can take an active role in your healthcare. --
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Since odor is a valuable diagnostic tool, it is important not to douche or take a tub bath for one or two days before going to a clinic or physician's office for a pelvic examination.