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What's the difference between a routine check up and a physucal? because i scheduled what i thought was a physical but felt more like a brief checkup.

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Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Depends : At 22year old without significant history a physical may routine vital signs history and physical examination that may include Pap smear if indicated and preventive care.Follow up may include the same except the pap smear and pelvic examination except as indicated for the reason for follow up

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Answered 5/5/2015

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A member asked:

What's the difference between a routine check up and a physucal? because i scheduled what i thought was a physical but felt more like a brief checkup.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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