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Re: pelvic examination (not a pap test)

From: Joel (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Wed, 30 Apr 1997 11:55:03 +0200

susan wrote: >
> I just recieved a pelvic exam from a new doctor which was very painful.
> It wasn't the pap test part, it was where the doctor inserts two finger
> inside and pokes around on the outside in the ovary area. I had to tell
> her to stop it hurt so much. She said everything was fine/normal. I
> felt uncomfortable in my ovary area last night and I still do
> today.(little twinges) Is this unusual. I'm 30 years old, go to the
> doctor every year, and never had such a painful exam.
>
> Thanks!

Pain during digital exams has a lot of reasons. You must look for infections, or for ovarian cysts, or endometriosis. First, I would look dor infection (cervical prelevement) and realize an ultrasound exam.

But sometimes every is normal, and the pain is there, due to uterine position. 

--
Joel Kompanietz, M.D. CNGOF,
OBGYN.net International Representative, France
Mazamet, France


*Note:  Opinions expressed here are for educational purpose only.
This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to
consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options.



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