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Hi Me,

You are such a good friend to even come to EmpowHer and ask your question. Clearly, you are concerned for your girlfriends well being.

Do you think shes just afraid to go to the gynecologist? Have you asked her that question?

Some people become paralyzed by fear and tend to do nothing. Maybe she's one of them. If that's the case, tell her you'd be happy to go with her.

Try to get to the root of the problem. Maybe she would feel more comfortable with a female gynecologist. Or, could it be financial burden for her?

If it's financial, then you need to come back and let us know. We can see if we can help her find free or low cost resources in her area.

Please let me know what happens. I'm hoping you can get to the bottom of why she is so unwilling to go. It's all about prevention and wellness and being pro active with her health. Set the example for her. But never give up. Stay on her. Theres no such thing as over stepping your boundaries with someone you care about. She needs to go.

I'm sure you must go for your annual check ups. What made you decide to start getting your annual exam?

Best in health,

Michelle