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I am a sexually active 19 year old girl and my doctor is aware of it but when i asked for a physical she said i don't need one until 21. is that true?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Both: If you are sexually active or 21 and older you should have a pelvic and Pap smear. So you should qualify. All the best. Thank you.

Dr Seibert and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 4/24/2016

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