I'm a bit of a chubby woman, and sometimes even the way people look at me affects my morale. I thought about making an appointment with a gynecologist, but I have some reservations about it. Should I be ashamed of my excess weight, will doctors find this situation strange? Do you think this is just my obsession?
I don't think doctors worry about things like weight at all. They deal with illnesses all day, so they won't try to get you down by looking at your extra pounds. Relax, go and get whatever you need done.
I had been to a gynecologist before and had some insecurities about my body. But once I entered the room, the doctor was so professional that I completely forgot about it. Just relax, you need to take care of your matters after all.
Let me ask you this: are you really expecting this hesitation from doctors, or are you just blowing it out of proportion in your own head? Because frankly, if you think they're going to care about your physique, it seems a bit like you're taking yourself too seriously.
Weight is not just about external appearance. In gynecology, body mass index can be important because in certain examinations, such as ultrasound, these physical conditions can affect the clarity of the device or the field of view. However, if this becomes an issue, professionals will guide you accordingly.
My thought on this is completely due to the general attitude of people, not just doctors. Even if someone glances at me on the street, I feel uncomfortable. So, the idea of being examined in such open and revealing environments feels difficult. Maybe you're right, I'm overthinking it.
If you're fixated on this weight issue, perhaps you're avoiding something else. For instance, you might have a different fear during the check-up. Could you be using doctors as an excuse?
I get really annoyed that even women judge their own bodies for such a simple check-up. Who cares about weight! Take your health seriously and go get checked. If societal pressure is going to stop you, then woe is us.
I think I understand you because the pressure around you is really scary. But I also went to the gynecologist, and nobody cared there; the doctor was very relaxed. So I would say it’s fine, just keep looking ahead.
