Patient's question:
I want to get a full-body check-up and a gynecological examination. How is the gynecological examination done?Doctor's answer:
First, the doctor examines the external genitalia for tumors, inflammation, genital warts, and other conditions. Next, a vaginal examination is performed to check for vaginal abnormalities, vaginal inflammation, or abnormal vaginal discharge. The cervical examination involves checking for cervical inflammation or cervical erosion. To prevent tumors, a cervical smear test, also known as a Pap smear, is conducted. If there are issues, this method can detect them in almost 90% of cases. Some patients are afraid of the pain during the smear test, but it is actually painless, and often the patient does not even notice when the doctor has completed the procedure.