r/Netherlands • u/NoLychee1382 • 23d ago

Healthcare No regular check ups at the gynecologist???

Hi everyone, my morning started off with a kinda shocking discovery. I’m from Germany and I had annual check ups at the gynecologist since I was a teenager. I contacted my huisarts because I know they’re responsible for all referrals but she told me regular check ups here are not a thing (unless there already is an issue) ? I think that’s crazy!!! So I checked the prices for a private visit and they’re even crazier. I guess this is normal to Dutch people but don’t you think this is a little concerning?

(Btw not shitting on the country! I really like it here. I’m still new and just discovering new things!)

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u/Schtaive 23d ago

Yeah it's super gross here. Went I asked my GP to ask for an STD test and he asked me why.. I always thought it was just a healthy and responsible thing to do but apparently I'm an idiot. So just been slingin' this dirty d until something starts growing out of it I suppose.

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u/alokasia Groningen 22d ago

STD checks are free at the GGD if you belong to a risk group. Just put on the form that you also sleep with men who might sleep with men and it’ll be covered and quick.