I’ve discovered I have a septate hymen so wanted to go and get it checked out at the GP because basically I want to be able to use tampons properly. So she had a look and then saw that I have a possible skin condition down there so prescribed me some creams and referred me to the gynaecologist. BUT the septate hymen issue I went about was completely put to the side and I’ve been worried about it for ages and now I have to worry about it for another few months. And now the gynaecologist is going to think I’m doing about irritation when what I really want is to know if I can have surgery to remove my septate hymen. And it’ll probably be a man and I really really don’t want it to be! I worry a lot and can’t control my thoughts and now I’m just so upset and annoyed can anyone give me any advice?
I’ve discovered I have a septate hymen so wanted to go and get it checked out at the GP because basically I want to be able to use tampons properly. So she had a look and then saw that I have a possible skin condition down there so prescribed me some creams and referred me to the gynaecologist. BUT the septate hymen issue I went about was completely put to the side and I’ve been worried about it for ages and now I have to worry about it for another few months. And now the gynaecologist is going to think I’m doing about irritation when what I really want is to know if I can have surgery to remove my septate hymen. And it’ll probably be a man and I really really don’t want it to be! I worry a lot and can’t control my thoughts and now I’m just so upset and annoyed can anyone give me any advice?
How did you discover you have a separate hymen? The GP should have explained the possible skin condition to you fully to alleviate your concerns. They are likely prioritising clinical need. You can request a female gynaecologist if possible but if not, male gynaes always have a female chaperone in the room with you.