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Most
women don’t realize that the Pap test is not the sole point
of the visit to the ob/gyn. The pelvic exam is also very important
in preventive healthcare and allows your ob/gyn to monitor your health
and check for any abnormalities. You will have a routine pelvic exam
at every annual visit with your ob/gyn. The pelvic exam is performed
so that your doctor can look for any abnormalities that may include
cysts, tumors, sores, infections or muscle weaknesses. This can help
to identify the source of any discomfort or abnormal discharge you
may be experiencing. The pelvic exam consists of your ob/gyn visually
checking your vulva as well as the internal walls of your vagina
and cervix with the use of the speculum. Next, your doctor will perform
a bimanual exam, and will insert two gloved fingers inside your vagina
while pressing down on your abdomen to examine your uterus and ovaries.
Sometimes the rectal area will also be examined. |
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