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A member asked:
Im 16 and have my first obgyn exam tomorrow and was wondering if info given is confidential if i told her i was sexually active would they tell parent?
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Depends: In most states, that info is confidential. Treatment or medication prescribed may or may not be. Your parents probably have a pretty good idea of your sexual activity and will discover it sooner or later. Discuss with your doctor how and when you should address this important issue. Be aware that sex at your age carries a higher risk of cervical cancer. Std can cause sterility.Address these issues.
Answered 11/4/2012
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Confidential: All information between you and your doctor is protected by doctor-patient confidentiality laws. Your doctor may not release information to anyone, including your parents, without your permission.
Answered 9/28/2016
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