Do you have to tell your doctor if you are sexually active?
Yes, it does matter: You need to tell the doctor because having sex can affect your health in ways you might not see or feel. For example, some people with STDs have no idea that they have an infection because there are no signs. It also means the doctor can give you the right advice for your situation.
How do you tell your doctor you’re sexually active?
Doctors and nurses are usually pretty good at asking the right questions to help them keep you healthy. But no matter what your doctor asks, always tell them if you: have had vaginal sex, oral sex, or anal sex. have had unprotected sex (sex without a condom or dental dam)
Will doctors tell parents that I’m sexually active?
What you talk about with your doctor is private and confidential. This means that your doctor should not tell your parents that you’re sexually active, even if you’re a minor (under 18 years old and not yet a legal adult). This means that you can get them without a parent’s permission.
What do doctors do if you are sexually active?
Your doctor can explain how you can reduce your risk with condoms and other barrier methods. If you’re already sexually active, they may recommend testing for STIs while you’re there. This is usually done by taking a blood or urine sample.
Do doctors have to tell parents when you have sex?
There’s no specific age at which your doctor would have to tell your parents that you’re having sex. What you talk about with your doctor is private and confidential. This means that your doctor should not tell your parents that you’re sexually active, even if you’re a minor (under 18 years old and not yet a legal adult).
Can a doctor tell if you’re sexually active?
The only way that a doctor could tell that you’re sexually active is if you have a pelvic or rectal exam scheduled and have recently had a partner ejaculate inside of you during vaginal or anal sex. Semen can live inside the body for up to 5 days, so your doctor may see this during your exam.
Can a past sexual encounter affect your health years later?
You may not be “active” right now, but your past encounters still have an effect on your overall health. Some conditions, like genital herpes, can lay dormant for months or even years after you were initially exposed before making their presence known.
What vaccines do I need if I’m already sexually active?
This vaccine helps protect against some cancers and most genital warts. You can still get the HPV vaccine if you’re already sexually active, but it’s more effective when done before potential exposure. Your doctor may also recommend hepatitis A and hepatitis B vaccinations.