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Re: pelvic examination (not a pap test)

From: Susan (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Wed, 30 Apr 1997 12:27:59 -0500 (CDT)


At Tue, 29 Apr 1997, 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!

Susan,

In addition to Joel's ehlpful advice, I would like to add that you can always talk to the doctor about your concerns, as she may not realize how upsetting it was for you. You can also select a new doctor, if you are uncomfortable with this one and can't work it out.

Take care!:)

--
Susan Boyles



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