Vaginal Bleeding - Diagnosis
The following are some of the tests advised for a woman with abnormal bleeding:-
- A physical exam involving the breasts, pelvic area and thyroids
- A pregnancy test in ovulating women
- A PAP smear test to rule out cervical cancer
- A microscopic examination of vaginal swabs to rule out infections
- A blood count to rule out premature menopause, anemia, liver and kidney functions
- Hormonal tests for Polycystic Ovaries and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
- A pelvic ultrasound depending on the medical history may be carried out
- In women over 40 years with persistent bleeding endometrial sampling / biopsy may be carried out
