You can have a physical examination a few days after menstruation

Physical examination can be conducted 3-7 days after menstruation, during which the endometrium is in the repair phase, hormone levels are relatively stable, and the examination results are less affected. gynecological examinations, ultrasound and other procedures are recommended to avoid menstruation and 1-2 days after menstruation. 3-5 days after the end of menstruation is the ideal time for most routine check ups. At this point, vaginal bleeding has completely stopped, cervical secretions have decreased, and the gynecological examination field of view is clearer. Breast examination is also more accurate at this stage, as estrogen levels are lower and breast tissue density is relatively uniform. The results of blood tests such as blood routine and six hormones are not easily affected by the menstrual cycle, and anemia related indicators are closer to the true level. Some physical examination centers may recommend that women undergo specialized examinations on the 7th to 10th day of their menstrual cycle. Within 1-2 days after the end of menstruation, there may be a small amount of uterine bleeding or incomplete repair of the endometrium. At this time, vaginal ultrasound may misjudge the thickness of the endometrium. Immediate physical examination after menstruation may also increase the risk of infection due to incomplete closure of the cervical opening. Hormone dependent tests such as anti Mullerian hormone testing need to be conducted on the 2nd to 4th day of menstruation, which is different from the regular physical examination time requirements. Special populations such as those with irregular menstruation need to adjust their physical examination time according to the actual bleeding situation.

Before the physical examination, avoid vaginal flushing or using sanitary tampons, and wear loose clothing for easy examination. Patients with gynecological inflammation symptoms need to be cured before undergoing a physical examination. Items that require fasting should be scheduled in the morning, and moderate eating can be done after completing blood sampling. On the day of the physical examination, bring the previous examination report for the doctor's reference and proactively inform the doctor of the last menstrual period time and cycle characteristics. Long term menstrual abnormalities are recommended to undergo gynecological endocrine examinations simultaneously.

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