A pelvic examination is a complete physical exam of a woman's pelvic organs by a health professional,
Read moreA pelvic exam may be done:
Read moreBefore a pelvic exam:
Try to schedule the exam when you are not having your period, because the blood may interfere with the results of a Pap test in case that you will have it.
Read moreDuring a pelvic exam, you will:
Take off your clothes below the waist. You will have a paper or cloth covering around your waist. If you are having a yearly exam, you may need to undress completely so your health professional can also do a breast exam.
Read moreA pelvic examination is a complete physical exam of a woman's pelvic organs by a health professional. A pelvic exam helps a health professional evaluate the size and position of the vagina, cervix, uterus, and ovaries.
Read morePAP test is a method to screening changes on the cervical tissue and prevents cervical cancer by detecting abnormal cells in the cervix.
Read more The PAP test usually takes just a few minutes, around 10 minutes.
Read moreChanges in the cells of the cervix can be caused by certain types of human papilloma virus (HPV).
Read moreWomen have been offered screening at different intervals depending on their age:
Read moreThe results of your screening test will be sent straight to your physician and he or she will put in contact with you, making an appointment to let you know the results.
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