{"id":1781,"date":"2023-05-26T11:21:21","date_gmt":"2023-05-26T11:21:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/myobgynoffice\/?p=1781"},"modified":"2026-02-02T04:37:33","modified_gmt":"2026-02-02T04:37:33","slug":"transvaginal-ultrasound-what-the-procedure-looks-like","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/myobgynoffice\/transvaginal-ultrasound-what-the-procedure-looks-like\/","title":{"rendered":"Transvaginal Ultrasound &#8211; What the Procedure Looks Like?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In general, ultrasound technology captures images of our internal organs through high-frequency sound waves. Imaging testing is very useful when medical professionals want to have an insight into potential organ abnormalities and diagnose different conditions, while it is quite quick and affordable for patients.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the name hints, a transvaginal ultrasound is a pelvic ultrasound used during examinations of the female reproductive system (uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, cervix, vagina, pelvis, etc.). The term transvaginal refers to how the ultrasound is done, i.e., \u201cthrough the vagina.\u201d If you are looking for the service of <\/span><a href=\"\/myobgynoffice\/ultrasound\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">transvaginal ultrasound in Boca Raton &amp; Boynton Beach<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, make sure you check all the possibilities there are and choose the one most suitable for your particular situation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clinics such as <\/span><a href=\"\/myobgynoffice\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Women\u2019s Health Partners<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offer safe and welcoming spaces for women of all ages when it comes to gynecological examinations, so making the right choice of doctor can be crucial to the quality of your overall health. Regardless if you want to come and do a pregnancy ultrasound or you need some other gynecological services, feeling safe and guided should be your number one priority when choosing your medical provider.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What Is a Transvaginal Ultrasound?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1783\" src=\"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/myobgynoffice\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/240\/2023\/05\/What-Is-a-Transvaginal-Ultrasound.jpg\" alt=\"Gynecologist Doctor Prepares an Ultrasound Machine for the Diagnosis of the Patient.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/myobgynoffice\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/240\/2023\/05\/What-Is-a-Transvaginal-Ultrasound-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/myobgynoffice\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/240\/2023\/05\/What-Is-a-Transvaginal-Ultrasound-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/myobgynoffice\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/240\/2023\/05\/What-Is-a-Transvaginal-Ultrasound-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/myobgynoffice\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/240\/2023\/05\/What-Is-a-Transvaginal-Ultrasound-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/myobgynoffice\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/240\/2023\/05\/What-Is-a-Transvaginal-Ultrasound-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/myobgynoffice\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/240\/2023\/05\/What-Is-a-Transvaginal-Ultrasound-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/myobgynoffice\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/240\/2023\/05\/What-Is-a-Transvaginal-Ultrasound.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, performing a vaginal ultrasound through the vagina is the simplest way to explain transvaginal ultrasound. In short, as opposed to the regular pelvic or abdominal ultrasound, where the transducer (wand) is placed outside of the pelvis, in the case of transvaginal imaging, the medical professional inserts the probe two or three inches into the vaginal canal and waits for the images to appear on the screen.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This procedure is quick and painless, giving a very detailed view of the organs in the pelvic area, unlike the traditional abdominal ultrasound. Most doctors order this type of ultrasound when they want to find the cause of certain symptoms, make a specific diagnosis, or monitor a pregnancy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An endovaginal ultrasound is another name for this procedure because endo means beneath, which is where the transducer is placed, compared to the surface ultrasound usually done.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to situations in which medical professionals choose to perform a transvaginal ultrasound instead of a regular one, here are some examples:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the patient has an abnormal pelvis<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When there is an unclear vaginal bleeding\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the patient feels pelvic pain\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In cases of ectopic pregnancy\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In cases of infertility\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the patient comes in to check uterine fibroids or cysts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the patient might suffer from a pelvic infection or cancer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the patient wants to check whether their IUD is properly placed\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, you might be advised to get a pregnancy ultrasound transvaginally to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check the cervix for potential changes which would cause pregnancy complications\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check the placenta for any abnormalities\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monitor the fetal heartbeat<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identify and diagnose a potential miscarriage\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recognize the source of abnormal bleeding\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confirm an early pregnancy\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Transvaginal Ultrasound Preparation<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most often, when you are scheduled to have a transvaginal ultrasound, there is almost no need to prepare anything. When you come to the appointment, you will be asked to take off your clothes (waist down) and take a gown, so wear something loose and comfortable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, depending on the doctor\u2019s recommendation and the reasoning behind the ultrasound, you might be asked to empty your bladder, either partially or completely. If the bladder has to be full, you will have to drink around 30 ounces of liquid about an hour or so before the procedure. When the bladder is full, it helps lift the intestines, and the doctor can get a much better picture of the pelvis area.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, if you are menstruating or spotting, you will need to remove the tampon, if you have one, before starting the ultrasound. There is no need to shave before the appointment or make any other adjustments, so if you follow the advice above, you will be set for transvaginal ultrasound\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">preparation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>The Procedure<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you have fulfilled all the preparation requirements, you will lie on the exam table and bend your knees. Sometimes there are stirrups, but regardless of that, your legs need to be bent in the knees so that the cavity can open up sufficiently.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The probe (ultrasound wand or transducer) will be lubricated, and a condom will be placed over it before insertion. If you have any rubber allergies, please share this with your doctor so they can adjust to the situation and avoid a potential allergic reaction.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the transducer is inserted, you could feel some pressure, which is very similar to the pressure you feel during a Pap test when a speculum is inserted into the vaginal canal. When the probe is inserted, the ultrasound will be turned on, and very soon, you can see images of the internal organs of the pelvis area on a screen.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After the first images appear, the doctor will turn the wand slowly to get a full picture of the internal organs. In particular cases, a saline solution will be inserted as well to aid in stretching out the uterus and identifying potential abnormalities in the uterine region.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once the medical professional collects enough pictures to make a detailed analysis, the examination will be over, and you will be free to leave. Sometimes doctors perform an abdominal ultrasound before the transvaginal one just to get every piece of information to establish a proper diagnosis.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Risks of Transvaginal Ultrasound<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are no risks identified when it comes to this procedure, even when it is performed on pregnant women. This is because there is no harmful radiation used during the test. The only negative side of this type of ultrasound is that it might be painful and uncomfortable for some women, but the pain is minimal and goes away as soon as the probe is taken out of the vaginal canal.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you experience extreme discomfort during the examination, please let the doctor know because this type of testing is not supposed to make you feel great pain and discomfort. Also, if you see vaginal discharge after the examination, that might be caused by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Lubrication\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lubrication<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, so do not worry about it; it will most probably disappear in a day or so.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Transvaginal Ultrasound and Pregnancy<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1784\" src=\"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/myobgynoffice\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/240\/2023\/05\/Transvaginal-Ultrasound-and-Pregnancy.jpg\" alt=\"Gynecologist Holding Transvaginal Ultrasound Wand After Examining a Woman and Showing Results on a Screen\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/myobgynoffice\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/240\/2023\/05\/Transvaginal-Ultrasound-and-Pregnancy-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/myobgynoffice\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/240\/2023\/05\/Transvaginal-Ultrasound-and-Pregnancy-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/myobgynoffice\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/240\/2023\/05\/Transvaginal-Ultrasound-and-Pregnancy-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/myobgynoffice\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/240\/2023\/05\/Transvaginal-Ultrasound-and-Pregnancy-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/myobgynoffice\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/240\/2023\/05\/Transvaginal-Ultrasound-and-Pregnancy-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/myobgynoffice\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/240\/2023\/05\/Transvaginal-Ultrasound-and-Pregnancy-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/myobgynoffice\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/240\/2023\/05\/Transvaginal-Ultrasound-and-Pregnancy.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This imaging technique may have its uses when you\u2019re expecting. For example, a transvaginal ultrasound in pregnancy may be used to help detect the heartbeat of the fetus in early pregnancy. Furthermore, it may also help experts determine your pregnancy\u2019s gestational age or how far you are in.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Typically, the images made via this method are clearer when compared to traditional imaging techniques (like abdominal ultrasounds, for instance).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Results\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to the results of transvaginal ultrasound, they might come immediately if the imaging is performed by a doctor and not a medical technician. If this is not the case, you might need to wait for a few days until a radiologist analyzes the results and sends them to your chosen medical provider.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speak to your doctor about the results, and ask as many questions as you want because they are there to help you understand your results and potential treatment options. Transvaginal ultrasound is very helpful in diagnosing conditions such as cancers, cysts, fibroids, pelvic infections, miscarriages, etc., so make sure that you have a clear understanding of the results of the performed ultrasound.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Make an Appointment!<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are advised to have a transvaginal ultrasound, call our clinic now and schedule an appointment. Our specialists are here to help and guide you through the process, so there is no space for fear!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In general, ultrasound technology captures images of our internal organs through high-frequency sound waves. 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