You must have heard many people tell you to go for an internal examination, which sounds scary, causing doubts about whether an internal examination is really necessary or what tests are needed. We will tell you what internal examinations should be for, how often to be tested, and we can understand it here.

TheWhat is the purpose of an internal examination? RequiredWhat are the tests? ?

Detection of abnormalities of the internal organs of the pelvis To screen for the disease and prevent it from progressing to serious diseases, the cervix will be examined. The examination will be carried out. As follows:

1. examination of abnormalities and palpation of external and internal organs of the pelvis; The doctor will examine and palpate the organs for any abnormalities that may be seen or touched.
2. Cervical Cancer Screening There are important screening methods such as: 
   - Pap Smear It is a collection of cervical lining cells to check for cancer or lesions before cancer.
   - HPV DNA Test It is an in-depth testing technique to find the genetic material of the HPV virus. In the stage before the cells develop into cervical cancer.
3. Other diagnostic tests The doctor will recommend additional tests, such as:
   - Lower abdominal ultrasound To find abnormalities within the uterus and ovaries, and help check the risk of various malignant diseases such as ovarian cysts, ovarian tumors, uterine fibroids, etc.

When should a woman have an internal examination?

All women should undergo regular internal examinations. Women who have never had sex are recommended to start internal testing at the age of 30, or women who have had sex can get tested right away. There is no need to wait for the abnormality to occur, and it is even more necessary to get a diagnosis as soon as possible. If you have these foods

• Abnormal vaginal discharge: Vaginal discharge is yellow, green, or foul-smelling.
• Chronic lower abdominal pain, acute lower abdominal pain.
• I found a lump in my lower abdomen.
• There are wounds, blisters, lumps on the genitals.
• Abnormal bleeding in the vagina and not menstruation. 
• Vaginal bleeding after sex
• Tight stomach and bloating. Unusual
• Frequent urination or abnormal constipation
• Abnormal weight loss for unknown reasons.

What are the procedures for an internal examination?

Generally, the main steps of internal examination are:

1. Examiners I had to change my clothes into the clothes provided by the clinic.
2. Candidates should urinate and wash thoroughly first.
3. When the preparations are completed. The nurse will take the examiner to lie on a bed with legs stretched.
4. The doctor will examine the external genital organs for swelling. Redness Is there a wound or abnormality?
5. The doctor will examine the inside of the vagina with a speculum inserted into the vagina to open the vagina to expand and collect cells from the cervix to screen for cancer or lesions in the laboratory.
6. The doctor will wear gloves coated with lubricant and insert their fingers into the vagina to palpate for internal abnormalities that cannot be seen with the naked eye.
7. During the process, The doctor will palpate the abdomen to check the size and position of the uterus. Check for more lumps, reflexes, or other abnormalities.

Once these steps are completed, If an abnormality is found, the doctor will give advice on treatment guidelines or prevent it from progressing to a serious disease.

Preparation before the internal examination

For preparation before internal examination, there are the following: 

• The test should be done within the period of non-menstrual periods.
• Sexual intercourse should be refrained from at least 24-48 hours before the internal examination.
• The body should be cleansed thoroughly. Before going for an internal examination.
• Wear comfortable clothes that are easy to take off for easy testing.
• If you have any questions or concerns, you should inform your doctor before undergoing an internal examination.

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