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can a doc deny giving me info on getting pregnant at 18

Me and my soon to be husband have been trying to concive for almost 8 months now. My mother had issues getting pregnant with me and had to go through many test and take meds to get pregant with me but im unsure why and im afraid to ask her because she will get upset that im trying so young. any advice onhow to talk to her ?
My hubby and I discused going to see a doc about possible getting test done to see if i can even get prgnant but i am afraid the doc wont see me or give me advice tests etc bc i am only 18. so can a doc deny giving you info because of your age or deny giving you test and meds to get pregnant because of being 18 ?
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You're 18 legally an adult. They cannot deny you care. But most drs will not do anything until you have been try to concieve for atleast one year. Your young and hopefully overall healthy so just give it time. It's not my place to judge but I was a teen mom and at 18it wasn't any easier. But if you are financially capable and emotionally ready go for it. It's tough at any age but I truly wish you the best. Good luck!
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They might not do anything till you've been trying for at least a year...but good luck and I hope everything works out
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thanks ladies (:
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I don't think a doctor can deny giving you info since you are 18 so you are an adult, other wise if they would deny giving an 18 year old info on getting pregnant you would think they wouldn't be able to help pregnant 16 year olds through their pregnancy :)
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I don't think so, as 18 is usually the main age of consent. The doctor may warn you of risks that you may have with your age.
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