GP prescribed antibiotics for vaginal pain without any exam
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GP prescribed antibiotics for vaginal pain without any exam
Hi all,
I have been experiencing vaginal pain for the last 4-5 months, so went to my GP hoping to get a referral to a gynecologist, but instead he asked me a few questions, pushed my belly a couple of times and then just prescribed me antibiotics.
Is this normal?
I do not want to take antibiotics without a good reason. I really don't understand how can someone do this without even examining the issue.
Anybody has ever experienced something like this? Any tips on how to get referred to a gynecologist?
I feel something is really wrong, so I am in panic and I really want to see a specialist I could trust.
I have been experiencing vaginal pain for the last 4-5 months, so went to my GP hoping to get a referral to a gynecologist, but instead he asked me a few questions, pushed my belly a couple of times and then just prescribed me antibiotics.
Is this normal?
I do not want to take antibiotics without a good reason. I really don't understand how can someone do this without even examining the issue.
Anybody has ever experienced something like this? Any tips on how to get referred to a gynecologist?
I feel something is really wrong, so I am in panic and I really want to see a specialist I could trust.
- Mr. Hugh Byrne, MRCOG
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Re: GP prescribed antibiotics for vaginal pain without any e
Simply ask for a referral form a supportive GP.
Mr Hugh Byrne
Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
St Georges Hospital
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Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
St Georges Hospital
http://www.talkhealthpartnership.com/online_clinics/experts/mr_hugh_byrne.php