FAQ Category: Telemedicine & Gynecologist Visits

Do I need a Pap smear every 3 years for Birth Control Pill?

October 15, 2019

Yes, you still need a pap smear every 3 years for birth control pill and if you’re using any other type of birth control (ring, patch, hormonal IUD, IUD copper, condoms). If you are not monogamous, then also STD testing every year.  

Can I get an HPV vaccine?

Yes, you can get an HPV vaccine as long as you are under 26 years old. If you are 26 or older, then you have to pay and it is expensive. And it is likely that you are already infected with HPV (Human Papillomavirus) by 26 years old and there is some cross-immunity, so they […]

If I get my birth control prescription by telehealth, doesn’t my doctor need to take a pap smear to decide what birth control I need?

You don’t need a pap smear to see what birth control you need. Actually, the pap smear has nothing to do with birth control pills. The Pap smear is to check for cervical cancer. In fact, most doctors have 1 pill they prescribe to most patients, if that has bad side effects, then that’s where […]

I am 20 years old and take Reclipsen. My periods are irregular and last a lot longer than they should. Is this normal?

How long are your periods? on the birth control pill, they should only be like 3–5 days. If your periods are extra long, you should get a blood test for von willebrand’s disease (a bleeding disorder). If Reclipsen is not good for your acne, you can try a birth control pill with norgestimate. However, the […]

Do I need a Pap smear every 3 years for BCP?

Yes. you still need a pap smear every 3 years and if you are not monogamous, then STD testing every year.