Routine gynecological care is essential for all women. The annual exam consists of a breast exam, pelvic exam, pap smear, and sometimes a rectovaginal exam. Every woman should have an annual Pap smear as part of a complete pelvic examination beginning 3 years after having vaginal intercourse but not later than 21 years of age and continuing as determined by her healthcare provider.

Going to the doctor can be an unpleasant experience, but knowing what to expect can help. A young woman gets a rectal speculum exam. Many procedures have progressed and modern medical imaging equipment such as ultrasound, CT scan, and MRI have made many procedures much less difficult for the patient. The videos presented on this website depict both old and new technologies for medical treatment. Follow us on Twitter! .

A preview of our complete proctoscope exam download. Click to watch the preview. This one hour download will demonstrate the use of a proctoscope on several patients. Is performed to diagnose the cause of certain symptoms. It is also used as a preventative measure to detect problems at an early stage, even before the patient recognizes symptoms. The following are some reasons for performing a proctoscope exam.