2006-08-23 12:38:50 · 9 answers · asked by danielle p 2 in Health ➔ Alternative Medicine
No, it's not painful. the doc will use an instrument called a speculum to open your vagina a little. It feels a little weird but not painful. If you have a Pap smear, it might be a little uncomfortable when the doc takes the sample, but it's no worse than a baby cramp. Sometimes the doc will palpate your abdomen, you'll feel a little pressure but that's all.
If you do feel pain make sure and tell the doc so that he or she can go a little slower. And try to relax, it's nobody's favorite thing to do but it's not that bad.
2006-08-23 12:45:24 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
First of all, a good ob/gyn or family practitioner will explain what is happening every step of the way. Most people have no pain whatsoever and not even any discomfort. The first time, try to relax and remember it is meant to be pain free. That way you don't tense up and cause yourself pain. They will weigh you, probably take a urine sample, take a medical history and put you in your room. Most doctors instruct you to disrobe and put on a gown with the opening in the front (they also do a breast exam which every woman - and man) needs. Then the doctor will have you put your feet in "stirrups" and scoot to the end of the table. The doctor will exam you. He will look, he will insert usually one finger and, at the same time, push on your tummy to locate the ovaries and the uterus and ascertain the size of them. He will then insert a plastic or metal device that looks like duck bills. This allows him to look at your cervix and to swab it for a Pap test. That's it. You may also have blood work if it is indicated. It's really no big deal honey. Rest easy. The whole time in the office is maybe 15 minutes of being examined and a history being taken.
2006-08-23 12:47:25 · answer #2 · answered by swarr2001 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i had mine in the present day it did easily form of harm to be truthful are you getting a rectal examination to boot? I had to get one carried out too which doesnt injury as lots or in any respect. the gyn is gonna ask which you will get bare and all and you will placed on a well being facility dress she can place your legs aside into like stirrups (like ure having a toddler) and well-known verify the outer section then the indoors your well being practitioner will first insert 2 arms and then a speculum and such the speculum seems frightening and painful and it form of is definitely it became for me its no longer continuously so painful nevertheless they'll take a pap smear and all that crap how previous are you? don't be so scared its basically very uncomfortable and kinda painful. the rectal examination isn't something your on ure abdomen yet first you have a suppository inserted so which you will empty out bowels or possibly an enema after which you will lie on your abdomen and your well being practitioner will stick in a finger and then a tube to envision out some stuff dont be so apprehensive its no longer tht painful your mom can incorporate you in case you pick
2016-09-29 22:04:42 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well...... in my experiences with pelvic exams is that they can be uncomfortable because the instruments used during examination can be colder than your body temp. Nothing about it is painful. The doctor will press certain areas of your stomach during the exam and that sometimes can be uncomfortable. The whole process takes less than 10 minutes and off you go to enjoy the rest of the day.
2006-08-23 12:46:27 · answer #4 · answered by Decoy Duck 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Generally, it's not painful (unless there is a problem...)
You didn't say why you're getting a pelvic exam, but your doctor can help you to know for sure if you need one. Indeed, I recommend you meet with the doctor before the day of the exam to make sure you are comfortable with him/her and you can get all your questions answered.
As far as what they do, try checking out
http://www.ppslr.org/Teenserv/Firstexam.htm
2006-08-23 12:46:55 · answer #5 · answered by Eric 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you don't mind some advice about this from a guy... call the office where you will be getting your exam and tell them you've never had one and ask what it'll be like. They do this all the time and will understand and help you feel more comfortable about it. I've never had one of course, but I've had to have other, uh, procedures, and they helped a lot when I called ahead.
2006-08-23 12:43:39 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's not painful. I picture myself on the beach and before I know it, it's over. Doesn't take too long....it's uncomfortable but very necessary. Good luck.
2006-08-23 15:15:51 · answer #7 · answered by allnontoxic 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not painful, just uncomfortable.
2006-08-23 12:42:10 · answer #8 · answered by SoCalBeachGal 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its not painful, only uncomfortable but its ok..
you'll be just fine!!!
2006-08-23 12:41:50 · answer #9 · answered by CALI GIRL 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋