A pelvic exam checks your reproductive organs for signs of infection, cysts, fibroids, cancer or other problems. It may be part of a routine well-woman visit, or it may be done because of symptoms like pelvic pain, unusual bleeding or discharge.
USA Pelvic Exam: Quick Facts
- Length
- Usually under 5–10 minutes
- Screening starts
- Age 21
- Ages 21–29
- Pap every 3 years
- Ages 30–65
- HPV every 5 yrs, co-test every 5, or Pap every 3
- Needed for birth control pills?
- Generally no
- ACA coverage
- Cervical screening $0 in-network
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