I recently got a physical exam and the doctor started examining my breast by touching it without any prior warnings and she just lifted my shirt like it’s nothing. I know it’s professional but that makes me so uncomfortable
I recently got a physical exam and the doctor started examining my breast by touching it without any prior warnings and she just lifted my shirt like it’s nothing. I know it’s professional but that makes me so uncomfortable
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If you are uncomfortable with what you experienced you need to vocalize it. My doctor has never touched me without prior notice of what’s going to happen and/or without someone else to supervise.
Even if it’s professional your comfort should be a priority.
When my wife was in the hospital giving birth to our child the solicitation of consent was conspicuous and omnipresent.
Every. Time.
To me it sounds unprofessional. In my experience, the doctor or nurse practitioner always asks me before a breast exam.
The employee at the local salon will kinda request consent and give heads up before touching anything. Struck me as a bit odd but I get where that could be seen as a best practice.
And it’s probably a great habit for a physician to take up but I imagine they get so used to looking at bodies all day, they forget how invasive it can feel to the person being examined. You’re good to voice your concern or find a physician who works in your comfort zone.