PLEASE HELP ME. Having my first Pelvic Exam. Very scared and nervous. Will it hurt ? PLZ ANSWER?

Question

Very scared about this exam.

Is it going to hurt ? What will it feel like ?

Can i bring Mom with me, to hold my hand ?

Answer 1

Yes, you can bring your mom and infact if the doctor tells you that he/she doesn't want your mom in the room then you should find another doctor.

It isn't painful exactly but it isn't comfortable either. The pelvic exam itself is pretty easy to deal with. Just take deep breaths and try to relax, if you are tense then it could hurt. The doctor will insert probably 2 fingers and at the same time, will mash your tummy to feel your organs and this isn't really bad unless you are already in alot of pain. If you are having a PAP then it's a little different. The speculum is the instrument used to open the vaginal walls so that the doctor can see your cervix. Opening the speculum is a little uncomfortable but once again just try to relax and not tense up. If they scrape the cervix for a PAP to look for abnormal cells then the scraping feels like a menstrual cramp and it only lasts for about 5-10 seconds. You'll be just fine. Good luck with your exam, hope everything is okay.

Answer 2

You Can Request That Mom Be Present, Most Docs Will Allow This.

Generally A Pelvic Exam Consists Of Inspection And Manual Hands In And On Inspection. It Shouldn't Hurt, Rather It Might Be Unpleasant, They Sorta Have To Feel Some Things In There.

If It Does Hurt, Then Something IS Wrong And Should Be Attended To. Try As Much As You Can To Relax. If Your Very Anxious It Is Possible That Your Muscles Down There Might Spasm If Things Are Inserted. That Might Be Closer To Painful But, Still Should Just Be Rather Unpleasant.

The More Relaxed You Are The Faster It Will Go. I Take It This Is Your First. Try And Get Over The Initial Shock As This Should Become An Annual Thing For A Women. Keeping Your Reproductive System In Good Shape Allows You To Feel Better All Around.

I Wish You Well

Answer 3

It doesn't hurt, it's a little uncomfortable, but no big deal. The whole thing takes about 5 minutes, you'll be done before you know it.

Generally, the annual exam includes: a review of your medical history, a breast exam, and a pelvic exam. The pelvic exam usually lasts 3-5 minutes and will be fully explained prior to the examination. The pelvic exam involves: 1) gently feeling the size and shape of the uterus, ovaries and other pelvic structures, 2)visually inspecting the vagina and cervix with a speculum and to obtaining cells from the cervix (called a pap smear) and a vaginal/cervical swab for infection. A tiny spatula-like instrument is used to very gently collect the cell specimen.

Answer 4

Take your Mom, she'll be honored and pleased you asked her to be the one to hold your hand. It can be uncomfortable, but I would not describe it as painful. I've had mild cramping after an exam from the Pap smear, but other than that I've never had a horrible pelvic exam. Tell whoever is examining you that you are nervous and ask to have everything they are doing explained, why it is necessary and how the exam will be performed.

They may do an exam with gloved and gelled fingers and feel you from the outside and the inside at the same time to check your uterus. There is a metal device about twice the diameter of ballpoint pen (I forget it's name) that they insert in your vagina in order to reach your cervix for the Pap smear with a long Q-tip.

I hope that helps. Good for you for taking care of yourself in this fashion. It's very important.

Answer 5

It is nothing to be afraid of. I don't think they will let your mom be in the room but you can request a nurse be present while you are examined if it makes you feel better. During your exam, try to remain relaxed. The doctor will take a look at you and probably examine your breasts for lumps. He will insert two gloved fingers inside of you and press down on your abdomin. He will take a pap smear (also does not hurt) by swabbing your cervix with what looks like a long Q-Tip. It doesn't take a lot of time either. Again, it's nothing to be scared or nervous about. You're being very responsible by taking care of your body. Good luck and don't worry.

Answer 6

Hi. I am a nurse practitioner and have performed pelvic exams, as well as had several, too! Yes, you may bring whom ever you choose to hold your hand. If you are healthy it shouldn't hurt, but it may be uncomfortable. Mostly "pressure." Each woman's body is different, and depending on your age, size, build, and sexual history it will be different for each person. The best thing you can do is stay calm and relaxed. A good healthcare provider will explain what he or she is doing and let you know each time he or she is about to touch you. If you have any questions for them, feel free to ask before the exam begins and let them know it is your first exam. If you want to know exactly what they do during an exam, post another question and I will try to answer it. P.S. It is very important to be completely honest with your healthcare provider when they ask your medical and sexual history...if you need to discuss something and don't want your parent in the room, I would suggest letting the secretary or medical assistant know that you would like to go into the room alone first and ask them to bring your mom back before the exam begins!

Answer 7

It's no big deal. The most discomfort you may have is from them taking the pap smear (they just take a long q tip and run it on your cervix. It doesn't hurt but it may feel weird. They take a speculum and insert into you so they can do the pap smear and take a look around. Tell the doctor it's your first one (if they don't know) so maybe they'll explain what they are doing before they do it. They poke and prod but nothing traumatic. I'm sure your mom can come if it would make you feel better. It's ok, don't worry about it. You can do a search, there are many people who ask about that here. After it's all over, you'll be like, "What the HECK was I worried about?"

Answer 8

Yes of course you should be able to bring your mom with you. There will be a little pressure and it isn't a comfortable thing to have a pelvic exam. It is not Painful! It doesn't take all that long. Sorry to say. It's just a part of being female and growing up. Best of luck to you! Take Care.

Answer 9

hey I'm a intern who's field is gynecology the pelvic exam is a very embarrassing test for most women if you relax it goes very quick what will happen is a nurse will take you back and have you strip the doc will come in he should check your breast and show you how to do a self exam then you will put your feet in stirrups and spread your legs he will then insert a speculum and spread the walls of your vagina this can be a little painful he will take a swab of your cervix and then he will insert2 or 3 fingers and feel your ovaries and uterus he may do a rectal exam where he puts a finger in your rectum if you have any more questionins emaill me

Answer 10

Sure, take your mom with you. She can stand by your head and there will be enough privacy that way for you.
It will not hurt. All they do is check for abnormalities and do a pap smear. (pap smears are when they take a long q-tip type of thing and touch the cervix area to get cells that they can test, very simple and NO pain) Let the doctor know this is your first exam and that you are nervous. Just relax and remember that doctors have seen it all and they are professional. Try to think of nice things while you are in there to take your mind away. Good luck!