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Finally, to complete the assessment proceeds gynecological speculum examination, an instrument that contains structures that, once inside the vagina open and allow the observation of the cervix and identifying possible injuries.

1) Pap

Through this study, conducted during routine gynecological examination, we can identify lesions not seen with the naked eye, such as genital warts and cancer, which is achieved when placed in the vagina, a speculum to visualize the area, then with a wooden spatula samples from the surface of the cervix and vaginal fornix, which are sent to a laboratory where they are examined to check cell disorder or infection by human papilloma virus. This diagnostic method is recommended by doctors from the start of sexual intercourse once a year.

2) Colposcopy

It relies on the use of a device called a colposcope, an instrument consisting of binocular lens system that increase the size of an image 40 times and allows gynecologists to detect the location of lesions in the uterus, such as those caused by human papilloma virus and cancer in its early stages and when the illness is at an advanced stage.

It is important to submit to him who have had sex, presenting leukorrhea (discharge), rebellious to treatment and when Pap results are abnormal, that is, if they show the presence of warts and cancer, as it is a more accurate method.

3) pelvic exam

It is one of the main tools of science to assess the status of women’s reproductive organs (uterus, vagina, ovaries and fallopian tubes) to verify their status. Practice only under the following circumstances:

- Pregnancy, postpartum and menopause.
- When there is pain or noticeable changes in genitalia.
- In case of violation, they may be injured as a result.
- It is done through deep touch of genitalia and using a mirror, the specialist can recognize if there are alterations. Can also be done by ultrasound, a method which uses a device called a transducer, which emits sound frequency collision with a solid organ (such as the uterus or ovaries) provides an image that is seen on a monitor in which can detect tissue growth and fluid accumulation.

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