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An external and internal visual and manual examination whereby the physician evaluates the health of a woman\u2019s reproductive organs.<\/p>\n

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An examination of a woman\u2019s reproductive system. Periodic pelvic examinations are recommended for all women beginning at age 18 or when they become sexually active. The examination includes both the external and internal parts of the reproductive system. The doctor performs a Pap smear and may test for various sexually transmitted diseases, depending on a woman’s risk factors.<\/p>\n

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Physical examination of the vagina and adjacent organs. A speculum is used first to visualize anatomical structures. During speculum examination, cultures and Pap test specimens may be obtained. After the speculum is removed, the pelvic organs and rectum are examined manually by the examiner.<\/p>\n

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Assessment of a woman’s external and internal genitalia entails a process. Following examination of the external genitalia, a speculum is introduced into the vagina to provide a clear view of the cervix. Additionally, a cervical smear test might be conducted. The doctor further conducts a bimanual examination by inserting two fingers into the vagina while palpating the abdomen with the other hand. This aims to assess the positioning and dimensions of the uterus and ovaries, as well as identify any sensitivity or enlargement.<\/p>\n

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An external and internal visual and manual examination whereby the physician evaluates the health of a woman\u2019s reproductive organs. An examination of a woman\u2019s reproductive system. Periodic pelvic examinations are recommended for all women beginning at age 18 or when they become sexually active. The examination includes both the external and internal parts of the […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[16],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-68841","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-p"],"yoast_head":"\nPelvic examination - Definition of Pelvic examination<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"An external and internal visual and manual examination whereby the physician evaluates the health of a woman\u2019s reproductive organs.An examination of a woman\u2019s reproductive system. 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