Patient's question:
I went for a gynecological examination yesterday, and the doctor advised that I should not have sexual intercourse recently. I want to know if it's okay to have sexual intercourse a few days after a gynecological examination?Doctor's answer:
Underwent a gynecological examination. Usually, a thorough examination requires an internal examination, where a speculum is placed in the vagina. Additionally, if there are tests such as Pap smears, samples may be taken from the cervix in the vagina, which may cause some degree of damage to the vaginal mucosa. Typically, doctors advise avoiding sexual activity temporarily to prevent many gynecological infectious diseases and protect women's health. Generally, it is safer to wait at least one week or more.