Most Women Can Skip Pelvic Exams


The pelvic exam is a common yet uncomfortable ritual for millions of American women. New research finds the exam unnecessary for most women unless there are symptoms of a gynecological problem. The Minneapolis Star Tribune says research led by the Minneapolis Veterans Medical Center found no evidence the exam benefits women without symptoms and causes discomfort, pain and anxiety in many patients.

SOURCE: Minneapolis Star Tribune

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