The Truth About Annual Pelvic Exams: Do You Really Need One Every Year?

Short answer? Most women do.
But the real question is: what does an annual pelvic exam actually tell us? At Be. Women’s Health in Frisco, TX, your yearly visit is about keeping you well — not just checking a box.

Here’s what an annual exam includes:
• A gentle pelvic exam
• A breast exam
• Cycle and symptom review
• Screening for infections (if needed)
• Birth control or hormone guidance
• Preventive care updates
• A whole-person check-in

What about the Pap smear?
Pap smears are no longer needed yearly for every woman. Depending on age and past results, Pap/HPV testing happens every 3–5 years.
But the pelvic exam remains a yearly preventive tool to detect:
✔ Cysts
✔ Fibroids
✔ Infections
✔ Skin changes
✔ Early warning signs of cancer

Think of it like a dental cleaning: even if you brush daily, you still need a professional look.

Your body deserves regular care — not only when something feels wrong.

Stay ahead of your health. Schedule your annual exam in Frisco today.