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Frequent Gynecological Testing

For every woman, regular gynecological testing is an integral part of early diagnosis, prevention and maintenance of good health. This includes the annual Pap smear test and a series of additional examinations for a comprehensive gynecological assessment. Depending on whether a woman has a history of gynecological diseases or not, a health review every six months is advisable. The ideal time for regular gynecological testing to start is about one year after the woman’s first sexual intercourse.

Regular Gynecological Tests

• Initially, regular gynecological testing involves taking the medical history through which the gynecologist acquires a complete picture of the patient’s pathological condition.
• The next step is to examine the breasts (overview and palpation), and if there are any findings, further testing is recommended by mammography or breast ultrasound.
• The abdomen is then examined and palpated, as well as the external genitalia for possible pathological findings (skin infections, anatomical abnormalities, HPV warts).
• Next, we continue with a vaginal and cervical examination in order to identify possible cervicitis, anatomical abnormalities or other abnormal findings in the vaginal wall and uterine cervix. During the vaginal examination, a Pap test (Pap smear) or other tests that the gynecologist deems necessary, for example vaginal discharge and endocervix cultures, are also performed.
• Finally, the essential ultrasound is performed so that the doctor can comprehensively assess your overall internal genital health.