Frequently Asked Questions

Enter the Chippewa County Courthouse at door 4. Take the first left and check in at the front desk in Room 121.

We offer confidential, non-invasive services and compassionate care to make your appointment as comfortable as possible. After checking in at the front desk, a registered nurse will call you back to an exam room to go over basic paperwork and take your vitals. Services may include urinating into a specimen cup, pelvic inspection, or injections.

Signs / Symptoms of an STI

• Sores, rashes, itching, or swelling around the genitals, anus, or mouth
• Abnormal vaginal odor or discharge
• Vaginal bleeding or pain after sex
• Pain or burning while urinating
• Sensation of heaviness in the pelvic region
• Testicular pain
• Penile discomfort or discharge

Signs / Symptoms of Early Pregnancy

• Missed period
• Light spotting (light flow of pink or light red blood)
• Breast tenderness
• Nausea and vomiting
• New or worsening fatigue
• Increased frequency of urination
• Mood swings

Guidelines for Pap Tests & Pelvic Exams

Pap tests aim to detect abnormal cellular growth and prevent the development of cervical cancer, whereas pelvic exams aim to assess the health of all female reproductive organs.

• Pap tests are not recommended for females under the age of 21.
• Females ages 21 to 29 should receive a pap test every 3 years, even when not sexually active.
• Females ages 30 to 65 should receive a pap test and HPV test every 5 years.
• Females over the age 65 should continue receiving pap tests and HPV tests if results have come back abnormal on previous tests.
• Pelvic exams are recommended as part of routine wellness exams for females who are sexually active and / or 21 and older.
• Pelvic exams are recommended for females experiencing abnormal vaginal bleeding or discharge and / or abnormal pelvic pain.