I'm trying to understand what you go through in the US. I know annual pelvic exams are encouraged. But what is the point of them?
I'm from the UK and the only time a doctor has ever touched my vulva is when I went to the GP for a vulva-related issue. If I never have another vulva-related issue in my life a doctor will never touch my vulva again.
So why are they so 'necessary' in the US? (I know the answer's capitalism I just don't understand why so many vulva-havers fall for it)
ETA: I just want to say I don't think people getting pelvic exams because they've been told it's the right thing to do is their fault and I realise my wording could come across as victim-blamey, especially for any survivors who have endured medical abuse. I'm autistic and sometimes I struggle to communicate my thoughts.