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    Pelvic Examination



    What Affects the Test

    Reasons you may not be able to have the test or why the results may not be helpful include:

    • Menstrual blood on the slide.
    • A vaginal infection.
    • The use of douches or vaginal creams or preparations within 24 hours of the exam.



    By: Reference Healthwise Staff Last Revised: Reference November 14, 2012
    Medical Review: Reference Sarah Marshall, MD - Family Medicine
    Reference Femi Olatunbosun, MB, FRCSC - Obstetrics and Gynecology


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