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Speculum: An instrument used to widen an opening to look within a passage or a cavity. For example, a speculum may be used to widen the opening of the vagina so that the cervix is more easily visible.
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Steiner speculum Indicated for use in deep vaginal surgery. Mfg: BEI Medical, wholly owned subsidiary of Boston Scientific; distributed by Marina Medical Instruments, Inc.
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After removing the speculum, your health care provider may insert two gloved fingers into your vagina to check your cervix and, with the other hand on top of your abdomen, check the size of your uterus and ovaries.
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During the procedure, a specially coated speculum is used to prevent deflection of the laser beam. You'll be given a pair of safety goggles to protect your eyes. The cervix is cleared of mucous using a diluted vinegar solution which may feel cold.
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A speculum is also inserted into the vagina and the doctor or nurse looks at the vagina and cervix for signs of disease. A Pap test or Pap smear of the cervix is usually done.
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This is done with a device called a speculum. This is a metal or plastic device shaped like a duckbill that holds the vagina open. If you have cervicitis, the lining of the cervix may appear red, inflamed, swollen or irritated.
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A speculum is a metal or plastic instrument that is placed in the vagina. This instrument allows the provider to see the interior of the vagina and the cervix.
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To diagnose vulvovaginitis, the doctor will examine the vagina (using a speculum to keep the vagina open) and take a sample of the vaginal discharge for tests and microscopic analysis.
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There will be some pressure from the speculum, an instrument inserted into the vagina to hold the birth canal open to observe the cervix and collect the specimen. There may be a slight cramping sensation when the cervix is touched by the swab.
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It is done by placing a speculum in the vagina, locating the cervix, and then scraping a small layer of cells off the cervix and also the inner part of the cervix.
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Your health professional will insert an instrument with curved blades (speculum) into your vagina. The speculum gently spreads apart the vaginal walls, allowing the inside of the vagina and the cervix to be examined.
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You will be asked to lie on your back with your feet in the stirrups. A pelvic examination will be done, and a speculum (an instrument used to open the walls of the vaginal canal in order to examine the interior) will be inserted into your vagina and ...
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A hand-held instrument with a tiny light and a funnel-shaped attachment called an ear speculum, which is used to examine the ear canal and eardrum.
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You will lie on a table and place your feet in stirrups to position your pelvis for examination. A speculum (an instrument used to open the walls of the vaginal canal to see the interior) will be inserted into your vagina and opened slightly.
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