🩺 Women's Health Testing Guide: Swabs, Ultrasound, & STIs Explained by a Gynae Expert

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Welcome to this essential guide on diagnostic testing in women's health with Dr. Farzana Khan! 👩‍⚕️
Dr. Khan, an MD with over 20 years of medical experience and a Diploma in Sexual and Reproductive Health (DFFP), offers a clear and compassionate explanation of the tests commonly needed for vaginal and pelvic symptoms.
What to Expect in This Video:
We break down the common investigations your clinician may recommend, which depend on your symptoms, medical history, and examination findings:
Vaginal Swabs 🦠: Learn about High Vaginal Swabs (HVS) which check for bacterial vaginosis (BV), thrush, and Trichomonas, and Endocervical Swabs used specifically for Chlamydia and Gonorrhoea. Swabs are useful for symptoms like unusual discharge, itching, or odour, helping differentiate infections that require different treatments.
Pelvic Ultrasound 🤰: Ultrasound uses sound waves to create images of your pelvic organs, including the uterus and ovaries. We explain the two main types: Transabdominal Ultrasound (over the abdomen with a full bladder) and the superior Transvaginal Ultrasound (internal probe). The transvaginal scan is the only reliable way to see features of Endometriosis, Adenomyosis, or Polycystic Ovaries (PCOS).
Sexual Health Screening (STI Tests) 🩸: We review the necessary testing for Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, HIV, Syphilis, and Hepatitis B/C. Dr. Khan clarifies a common myth: a routine Cervical Screening (Smear) test checks only for HPV and abnormal cells, but does not test for STIs like Chlamydia or Gonorrhoea—a separate Sexual Health Screen is required.
The Window Period ⏳: Understand why testing too early can cause false negative results. For infections like Chlamydia and Gonorrhoea, you must wait 2 weeks after sexual contact. Syphilis testing may require waiting up to 12 weeks.
Clinical Insight from Dr. Khan:
If you have persistent pain or discharge but clear standard swabs, you may need a specific test for Mycoplasma Genitalium (MGen), which is often missed in the standard UK STI panel. Dr. Khan also discusses the role of blood tests, urinalysis, and pH testing in diagnosing symptoms.
Dr. Farzana Khan holds expertise in vaginal health, treating conditions like dryness/GSM, sexual function concerns, and lichen sclerosus. She also trains clinicians as a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) for Neauvia, Asclepion Laser, and RegenLab.
🚨 Need Urgent Review? Seek immediate care if you experience sudden severe pelvic pain, heavy bleeding with clots, fever above 38°C, or foul-smelling discharge alongside feeling generally unwell.

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