When should I start going to the gynecologist or a health clinic?

<p>It's ideal to start visiting a gynecologist <a href="/articles-and-videos/skip-the-pelvic-please">before you start having sex</a>. If you don't have any health problems, these visits just involve talking with your health care provider. All women should start getting Pap smears and pelvic exams beginning at age 21. </p>