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A speculum is a tool for keeping the vagina open so that a medical person can see the inside of the vagina and cervix. It is either made of plastic or metal. Plastic ones are throwm away after use, but the metal ones are washed, sterilised and reused.

There are several different kinds of vaginal speculums, but the one in most common use is called a Cuscoe's Speculum. There are also Sims, Fergusons, Auvards and a few more, but the Cuscoe's - or 'duckbill' as it is sometimes called - is the one you are most likely to come into contact with.

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Riley Glover

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