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Women should seek care from a gynecologist, family practitioner or internist for menstrual irregularities. Depending on the problem, various tests and procedures will be performed, but the one common to any menstrual problem is a pelvic exam.
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A focused history and physical examination are usually sufficient to make the diagnosis of primary dysmenorrhea. The history reveals the typical cramping pain with menstruation, and the physical examination is completely normal.
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A doctor should perform a thorough pelvic exam and take a patient history to rule out an underlying condition that could cause cramps.
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A doctor should perform a thorough pelvic exam and take a patient history to rule out any underlying condition that could cause cramps.
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient''s body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems.
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A pelvic examination is a routine procedure used to assess the well being of the female patients'' lower genito-urinary tract. This is done as part of a usual health screening and prevention tool, and is an element of the total health care for the ...
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