Vaginal Bleeding - Diagnosis

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