The women's center is staffed with physicians and physician assistants to address the physical, psychological and emotional needs of women on the University of Oklahoma campus.
Services include:
- Annual examinations, including pap test
- Breast exams
- Contraceptive options
- Health maintenance counseling
- Infection testing and treatment
- Pre-conception counseling and planning
- Referral services for evaluation of abnormal pap smears and pregnancy
- Colposcopy
Appointments may be scheduled by calling 325-4441, option #1. For information on insurance coverage and pricing, contact the insurance office at 325-4611.
WOMEN'S CENTER FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. My prescription for birth control pills or Depo-Provera injections has run out. What do I do to get more?
2. My doctor at home has already done my yearly exam. Do I have to have it done again to receive birth control pills or Depo-Provera?
3. I have a medical question. Can't I just stop by?
4. I have a vaginal discharge that is different, it hurts when I urinate, or I have some bumps or itching "down there". Can't you just prescribe some medication? Why do I have to make an appointment?
5. Does the student health fee cover my visit to the women's center?
6. I missed my period. What if I'm pregnant?
7. Before I came to college, my periods were regular and now they aren't. Why?
8. What is reliable contraception?
9. My periods are regular. Is there a time of the month when I am more fertile?
10. Do I have to have an appointment to be seen at the women's center?
11. How can I tell if my partner has an STD?
12. Since I became sexually active, I've had urinary tract infections. Am I doing something wrong?
Woman's Center Frequently Asked Questions
1. My prescription for birth control pills or Depo-Provera injections has run out. What do I do to get more?
To continue birth control pills or Depo-Provera shots you should have a yearly exam which includes a breast exam and pelvic exam with a pap smear. A general health assessment will also be done. ^ Women's Center FAQ |
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2. My doctor at home has already done my yearly exam. Do I have to have it done again to receive birth control pills or Depo-Provera?
A.) You can have your doctor call 405-325-4611 and ask for the pharmacy. The OUHS pharmacy can then fill your doctor's order for the prescription, or
B.) Obtain a copy of your current pap report and schedule an appointment with the OUHS women's center for a prescription,
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C.) Check with your usual pharmacy. Your prescription may be able to be transferred,
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D.) To start receiving Depo-Provera injections at OUHS, you will need to call for an appointment at the women's center: 325-4441, option #1. ^ Women's Center FAQ |
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3. I have a medical question. Can't I just stop by? This is not encouraged. We need your chart before we can talk to you and other patients are waiting for previously scheduled appointments. Sometimes, these questions are best answered
with a phone call. If you call the nurse line at 325-4411, option #3, we will take the information needed to obtain your chart, and call you back as time allows. ^ Women's Center FAQ|
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4. I have a vaginal discharge that is different, it hurts when I urinate, or I have some bumps or itching "down there". Can't you just prescribe some medication? Why do I have to make an appointment?
It is difficult to diagnose problems over the phone. Any time something is different, it should be evaluated so the proper testing and treatment can be performed. ^ Women's Center FAQ |
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5. Does the student health fee cover my visit to the women's center?
Students who have paid the student health fee receive services at discounted rates. If you are concerned about charges, insurance coverage, etc., please call 325-4611 and ask for the business office. ^ Women's Center FAQ|
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6. I missed my period. What if I'm pregnant?
If you are concerned about possible pregnancy you can schedule an appointment with a provider or go directly to the OUHS laboratory and request a pregnancy test. ^ Women's Center FAQ|
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7. Before I came to college, my periods were regular and now they aren't. Why?
Stress and living in close proximity to many other women may cause periods to be irregular. A sexually active woman who is not using reliable contraception should get a pregnancy test (available without an appointment at the OUHS laboratory). ^
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8. What is reliable contraception?
Abstinence is 100% effective. The Depo-Provera injections every three months are 99% effective. The birth control pill, patch, and vaginal ring are 99% effective (when used correctly), lubricated latex condoms 97% effective (with perfect use). Condom effectiveness
is improved (in STD prevention and pregnancy prevention) with spermicide creams, foams, suppositories or gels. Prescription contraceptives are available by scheduling an appointment for an annual exam at the women's center. ^ Women's Center
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9. My periods are regular. Is there a time of the month when I am more fertile?
If you are trying to get pregnant, women are most fertile just before and at the time of ovulation, which occurs approximately 14 days before the next period. However, it is possible to get pregnant at any time during the cycle. ^ Women's Center
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10. Do I have to have an appointment to be seen at the women's center?
Yes. ^ Women's Center FAQ | ^ Top
11. How can I tell if my partner has an STD?
You can't always tell. Many people with STDs may not have any symptoms. Men and women who engage in skin-on-skin contact or intercourse should be evaluated if either has any changes in the following:
skin (bumps, redness, irritation, sores- even a razor burn)
discharge (from urethra or vagina)
sensation (more cramps, abdominal pain or painful urination).
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12. Since I became sexually active, I've had urinary tract infections. Am I doing something wrong?
Sexual intercourse increases the risk of urinary tract (bladder) infections. Sexually active women who empty the bladder before and after intercourse and increase fluids the day after intercourse are less likely to experience infections. ^ Women's
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