Gynecological Examination Items
Disease description:
Female, 24 years old. I have never undergone a gynecological examination. Today, while chatting with friends, I learned that women in their twenties should undergo routine gynecological examinations to screen for conditions such as cervicitis. Could you please tell me what tests are typically included in a gynecological examination?
Hello! Gynecological examinations are among the most common medical assessments, primarily conducted to evaluate the morphology of the external genitalia, assess whether cervical development is normal, and examine the condition of the vagina—helping to identify abnormalities such as congenital genital tract malformations or cervical inflammation and erosion. Additionally, vaginal discharge (leukorrhea) screening is performed to detect infections caused by trichomonads, fungi (e.g., Candida), mycoplasma, and chlamydia—conditions that may contribute to complications such as miscarriage or preterm birth. So, what specific tests are included in a gynecological examination? Let’s explore them together.
Gynecological examinations primarily assess the morphology of the external genitalia, cervical development, and vaginal health.
1. **Routine gynecological examination**: This involves manual palpation and visual inspection by the physician to evaluate the external genitalia, vagina, cervix, uterus (including size, shape, and position), as well as the fallopian tubes and ovaries.
2. **Ancillary diagnostic tests** include:
- Sex hormone panel (six hormones);
- Pelvic ultrasound;
- Vaginal discharge analysis;
- ThinPrep cytology test (TCT);
- Human papillomavirus (HPV) testing.