Question 1

what is a transvaginal ultrasound?

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Vaginal ultrasound: A probe is inserted in vagina and pictures taken
gives closed pictures of uterus and ovaries
more details then oute side placed probe on belly.

Question 2

can transvaginal ultrasound cause tear?

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Of What?: Of a tight, intact hymen? Yes it can. The vagina? If the examiner suddenly thought she or he was churning butter, or had a severe seizure during the exam then it might happen but i never saw such an occurrence.

Question 3

what happens during a transvaginal ultrasound?

Accepted Answer

Thin u/s inserted: Routine female pelvic ultrasound has two portions to the exam.  The exam starts with a full bladder and scanning with a fan shaped ultrasound (u/s) probe over the lower abdomen and pubic area.  Then the pt is asked to empty her bladder and then a thin long u/s probe is inserted into the vagina for additional pictures.  This portion is important and significantly improves parts of the evaluation.

Question 4

anyone know what is a transvaginal ultrasound?

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Different probe: Pelvic ultrasound can be performed over the lower abdomen.  However, there is also a vaginal "probe" which can be inserted into the outer vagina (about an inch).  It is smaller than the regular ultrasound transducer/scanner. This allows for much better imaging of the female pelvis (uterus/ovaries). It is very commonly done;  it should not be painful.

Question 5

when does someone need a transvaginal ultrasound?

Accepted Answer

Part of complete u/s: Routine female pelvic ultrasound has two portions to the exam.  The exam starts with a full bladder and scanning with a fan shaped ultrasound (u/s) probe over the lower abdomen and pubic area.  Then the pt is asked to empty her bladder and then a thin long u/s probe is inserted into the vagina for additional pictures.  This portion is important and significantly improves parts of the evaluation.

Question 6

can a 6 week transvaginal ultrasound be off by a week?

Accepted Answer

Less likely: Ultrasounds done early in the pregnancy are very accurate. It's unlikely that it would be off by a week in most cases, but it is not universal since mistakes or misreads happen. Also, one week is not a big variation after all. A subsequent ultrasound in a few weeks might be able to further establish your due date in a more accurate manner.

Question 7

what does a transvaginal ultrasound scan usually show?

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Normally: One would see the uterus, ovaries, and whether or not there is excessive fluid in the pelvis. Normal fallopian tubes are not visible.

Question 8

why do i need a transvaginal ultrasound. is this necessary?

Accepted Answer

Ultrasound: There is not enough information to answer your question.  Are you having any symptoms?  Are you at risk for ovarian or other pelvic problems?   Best course is to ask your doctor why they are ordering the test, maybe it is just a "screening" type of exam.

Question 9

can transvaginal ultrasound be performed on a virgin woman?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: If the woman in question is able to insert a tampon then a low profile tv probe should be able to be inserted with gentle pressure and a lot of lubricant. I have encountered virgin women in whom i was unable to insert a probe. In such cases a trans-perineal scan is done with the probe placed on the external region of the external genitalia. A trans rectal approach is another possibility.

Question 10

could a transvaginal ultrasound make me loose for a few days?

Accepted Answer

No: The ultrasound probe is no bigger then a maximum sized tampon.

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