“Alright,” said Dr. Stone in a soothing voice, “before I begin, I have to ask about your sexual history. Are you currently sexually active?”

Hannah felt her cheeks burn hot in embarrassment. “No,” she said quietly.

“Okay, and when were you last sexually active?” “I – I’ve never had sex. I’m a virgin.”

“Ah, okay. We’ll only need to take one swab then.”

Hannah wasn’t sure what that meant but nodded anyway.

“I’m going to begin the exam now, okay, Hannah?”

“Okay,” said Hannah, subconsciously tensing her body in preparation.

“Try to relax now. You’re going to feel some pressure as I insert a finger into your vaginal opening.”

Hannah...