First Vaginal Exam-Women Only?


Question:
I am getting my first vaginal exam in a week and i am nervous about it. What do they do and do you have some tips about helping me be relaxed?

Answers:
Try to relax and be guided by your doctor as some said they will talk you through the process.

It is a little uncomfortable and embarrassing but if it means the difference of finding and treating cancer its worth it.

Pap smears show changes in the cervix, and can pick up cancer cells. Pap test are not 100% accurate, but is the best method of detecting cell changes.

It is recommended that pap test are down every two years, more if a change has been detected. From 18-70 years of age, for young women who have recently become sexually active, should start having regular tests a about year after their first sexual encounter.
I have included some links for you to check out, one of the links has a good diagram of reproductive system.

Good luck
It takes about 2 minues so it is over in no time. Most doctors chat with you so you are not thinking about what is going on. It will be over before you know it!


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