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Is a pelvic exam a pap smear?
No, but a pap smear is usually part of a pelvic exam. In a pap smear, cells are scraped from your cervix. In a pelvic exam, the doctor inserts her fingers into your vagina and feels your reproductive organs.
Could the doctor do only a bi-manual exam and no pelvic exam and tell if you are pregnant?
A bi-manual exam IS a pelvic exam and there is no reason for a doctor to do one just to check if you are pregnant. An ultrasound will show far more than a pelvic esam ever could.
What is an abnormal pelvic exam?
your doctor might recommend a pelvic exam if you have symptoms such as unusual vaginal discharge or pelvic pain. Your doctor checks your vulv, vagina, cervix, ovaries, uterus, rectum and pelvis for any abnormalities. A Pap test, which screens for cervical cancer, is often performed during a pelvic exam.
Can a doctor tell you are pregnant by a pelvic exam as early as 5 weeks?
There is no point in doing a pelvic exam at 5 weeks. A sonogram will show if you are pregnant.
Are there any precautions for a pelvic exam?
Pelvic examinations are safe procedures, thus no precautions are necessary.
What causes a pelvic exam to hurt on left side of pelvic area?
Could be an ovarian cyst.
How often should you get a pelvic exam?
It is generally recommended that individuals with a cervix get a pelvic exam, which includes a Pap test, every 3 years starting at age 21. However, frequency may vary based on individual health history and provider recommendations.
What are the risks associated with a pelvic exam?
Other than minor discomfort, there are no risks associated with a routine pelvic examination.
Which position should a patient assume for a pelvic exam?
For a pelvic exam, the patient typically lies on their back with their feet in stirrups for ease of access by the healthcare provider. They may be asked to bend their knees and relax their legs in the stirrups during the exam.
What is the name of the position used for a pelvic exam?
That position is called as 'Lithotomy position'.
Will they give you a pelvic exam at your 29 year old check up?
I really hope so. Every woman who is sexually active or who has ever engaged in any sexual act involving the vagina needs to have an annual pelvic exam. You need to check for cervical cancer. It is the single most preventable cancer. If you do not receive one they are doing you a disservice. Relax its not that bad doctors don't get squeemish.
Can you take a test to see whether or not your a virgin?
A doctor can tell by doing a pelvic exam.
