High blood pressure (in athletes)

[emily_in_nc]

1x/year for pap.

I don't know your situation, but my PCP advised me that since I've never had an abnormal pap and am in a long-term monogamous relationship, I only have to have a pap every 3 years. This after years and years after having them yearly. I guess they've changed the recommendations. Works for me!

I do go to my PCP (no separate gyn, she does my pelvic exam too) yearly not because I'm sick but b/c preventive care is 100% covered by my insurance. Basically, we talk, she renews my asthma inhaler Rx, does a pelvic and breast exam, and tells me how great my health is. She's a runner and a cyclist so totally gets me.

I can't even remember the last time I had to go for a sick visit...