Vaginal Speculum and Bimanual Exam
Vaginal Speculum and Bimanual Exam
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A gynecologist explains two routine examination techniques to the camera: the speculum exam, used to view the cervix and any vaginal secretions, and the bimanual exam, used to feel the uterus and ovaries and check for pain or anything abnormal.
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A speculum exam consists of a small instrument that's inserted into the vagina and better evaluate your cervix and also any vaginal secretions that you may have. A lot of women complain of vaginal itching, vaginal odor. This is a way for us to evaluate and really see what's going on. A bi-manual exam consists of placing two fingers, one or two fingers in the patient's vagina and palpating for your uterus and your ovaries. This is a good way for your gynecologist to evaluate any kind of pain or anything that's
abnormal in that area.
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