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Miami University Student Health Service is conscious of the needs
and issues related to women’s health.
The gynecology
clinic provides preventative gynecology services as well as
diagnosis and treatment of health concerns, including sexually
transmitted infections.
Student’s inquiries regarding matters of women’s health and
responsible sexuality are welcome. Individual needs will be
addressed with sensitivity and CONFIDENTIALITY.
Appointments are required.
Services Available
Routine examinations and paps
Diagnosis and treatment of gynecological problems
Contraception
Pregnancy testing
Prenatal referral
Abortion referral
Sexually transmitted infection diagnosis and treatment
Emergency Contraception (morning after pill)
HPV vaccine
Referrals
Individuals requiring additional services will be referred to
appropriate medical specialists or agencies. All records will be
held in confidence and will not be released to any individual,
agency or institution without the written consent of the student.
Charges
Students are charged fees for clinician visits. Additional charges are made for the following:
- Pap smears
- Cultures
- Pregnancy testing
- Blood tests
- Contraceptive prescriptions or
injections
- any prescriptions from our
pharmacy
The Gynecology Clinic provides free educational materials dealing
with a wide range of women’s health issues.
New contraceptive patients require two appointments. The first is
with a clinician for pelvic examinations & prescription. The second
is with a nurse for information and education.
Emergency Contraception
Available at our pharmacy.
You may want to consider emergency contraception if:
- a condom broke or slipped off
- you didn't use any birth control
- you had sex when you didn't expect to
- you stopped taking birth control pills or missed pills
- you were forced to have sex
- When you have sex without using birth control, your risk of
becoming pregnant depends on where you are in your menstrual
cycle. During your most fertile days _ midway between two
menstrual periods _ the risk could be as high as 30%. By using
ECPs, you decrease your chance of becoming pregnant by about 75%.
Emergency Contraceptive consists of two doses of hormone pills
with the first dose taken as soon as possible after unprotected
intercourse. Emergency Contraceptive provides a short, strong burst
of hormones. Hormone release from the ovary is reduced, and the
development of the uterine lining is disturbed, making it difficult
for a fertilized egg to implant. These disruptions are temporary,
lasting only a few days. Timing is everything! Emergency
Contraceptive must be taken as soon as possible! Emergency
Contraceptive is most effective if taken within 72 hours of
unprotected intercourse.
EC is offered at the Student Health Services during regular hours
and also is available over the counter at local pharmacies.
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