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Can a 17 year old see a gynecologist without her mother present?
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Yes (mostly...): Because texas has it's own unique set of laws regarding women's health (i would say oppress, but not enough space to discuss...), i looked it up. According to a blog from texas children's hospital: "in the state of texas, treatment/discussion regarding sexually transmitted infections and pregnancy (but not birth control) can stay completely confidential.".
Answered 8/25/2013
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