Can girls undergo a physical examination during their menstrual period

Girls can generally undergo routine physical examinations during their menstrual period, but some examination items may be affected and the timing may need to be adjusted. The feasibility of physical examination mainly depends on the type of examination, individual physical condition, and the severity of menstrual symptoms.

Basic items such as blood routine and urine routine can usually be performed normally during menstruation, but attention should be paid to the possibility of menstrual blood contaminating the urine sample, leading to false positive occult blood. It is recommended to keep mid stream urine or avoid menstrual re examination. gynecological examinations, cervical cancer screening, and other reproductive system related projects are recommended to avoid menstruation, as menstrual blood may interfere with vision and cervical dilation may increase the risk of infection. Imaging examinations such as breast ultrasound and thyroid ultrasound are not affected, but pelvic ultrasound may affect the accuracy of judgment due to endometrial thickening. Women with severe menstrual cramps, excessive menstrual flow, and other conditions may experience increased discomfort during physical examinations, which can be postponed until after the end of their menstrual period. Hormone related examinations should strictly follow the specific time of the menstrual cycle, such as testing for six sex hormones on the 2nd to 4th day of menstruation, and anti Mullerian hormone examinations can be performed at any time. Tumor marker detection may have errors due to physiological elevation during menstruation, and clinical judgment should be combined. Before the physical examination, the doctor should be informed proactively that they are currently in their menstrual period, and the examination plan should be evaluated and adjusted by professionals. Keep the external genitalia clean, and those who use sanitary tampons should remove them in advance. Avoid vigorous exercise and baths, choose loose clothing for easy inspection. If you need to draw blood on an empty stomach, you can bring chocolate and other foods to prevent low blood sugar. During menstruation, the immune system is low. After a physical examination, it is important to rest and consume iron rich foods such as animal liver and red meat to prevent anemia.