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I have a gyno appoint tom. for possible endometriosis & i have my period. the nurse told me to still come to the app. how should i prepare for this?

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Dr. Douglas Lawson answered

Exam on menses: As a gyn I examine patients on their period all time. No special prep other than you will want to remove a tampon right before the appointment. Also, your gyn may not want to do a speculum exam. He/she may just need to do an internal exam and schedule any additional work up needed.

Answered 2/8/2017

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A member asked:

I have a gyno appoint tom. for possible endometriosis & i have my period. the nurse told me to still come to the app. how should i prepare for this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Douglas Lawson answered

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