Question 1

Can the Ultrasound Pelvis detect bowel problems?

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The Ultrasound Pelvis can detect bowel disorders. While performing pelvic ultrasonography, the healthcare provider can detect various GI pelvic diseases. These diseases include
Appendicitis
Bowel obstruction
Colitis
Diverticulitis
Mesenteric adenitis
Gastrointestinal malignancy, to name a few.
It is a safe, inexpensive and quick imaging method to detect and monitor various inflammatory bowel disorders.

Question 2

What does an abnormal pelvic ultrasound mean?

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An abnormal pelvic ultrasound may be due to various underlying health disorders. These conditions include

Presence of abscess in the fallopian tubes, ovaries or pelvis.
Polyps in genital tract
Endometriosis
Bladder cancer
Cancer of the uterus, cervix, vagina, ovaries or other pelvic structures.
Congenital disabilities of the vagina or womb, in case of pregnancy.

Question 3

Who interprets the result of the Ultrasound Pelvis?

Accepted Answer

A radiologist analyzes the images produced during the Ultrasound Pelvis test. They are experts who supervise and interpret radiology examination results. The radiologist sends the report to your healthcare provider, who prescribed the test. Your doctor will then share the test reports with you.

Question 4

Can Ultrasound Pelvis detect cancer?

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Pelvic ultrasounds are essential because they give your healthcare provider necessary information about the location, position, size and any potential issues in your pelvic organs. 

But Ultrasound Pelvis can't be used on their own to detect cancer or other such diseases. Your physician will require more tests to diagnose cancer or other specific diseases, such as a biopsy.

Question 5

Do Ultrasound Pelvis hurt?

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Question 6

What factors may affect the accuracy of the Ultrasound Pelvis?

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Factors that may impact the accuracy of Ultrasound Pelvis include:

Intestinal gas,
Barium in your bowel (in case you underwent a recent barium test)
Severe obesity

Additionally, an empty bladder can also affect the accuracy of a Transabdominal Ultrasound Pelvis test. Having a full bladder is essential because Full bladder will help the sonographer better picture your pelvic organs.

Question 7

Does MFine provide result interpretation along with the reports?

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Yes. MFine provides result interpretation along with the reports. Also, you will be able to avail a free doctor consultation after the lab test to understand your reports accurately. Our doctor will also advise and prescribe medicines based on the results.

Question 8

What diseases can be detected through the Ultrasound Pelvis?

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The Ultrasound Pelvis test can detect various diseases and health conditions in men and women.

In women, it can detect conditions such as
Ectopic pregnancy
Ovarian cysts
Uterine fibroids
Endometriosis
Gynecologic tumours
Pelvic inflammatory diseases, to name a few

In men, this test detects

Prostate cancer
Infections in Prostate
Urethral disorder
Bladder stones/trauma/diverticulum

Question 9

When is the Ultrasound Pelvis recommended?

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Your doctor may recommend a pelvic ultrasound if you are experiencing symptoms such as:

Pain during sex.
To confirm pregnancy
Pain during urination.
Pelvic or abdominal pain.
Abnormal swelling in your abdomen.
Bleeding after menopause.
Painful menstruation
Urinary incontinence or urine leakage.

They may also prescribe this test to you in case of Infertility issues.

Question 10

Is a prescription required to book the Ultrasound Pelvis test?

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Your physician must know your medical history and symptoms before performing the test. Therefore, getting a doctor's prescription is advised to book the Ultrasound Pelvis test.

Additionally, pregnant women must take the Ultrasound Pelvis test per the doctor's prescription.

Question 11

How can I reschedule my appointment for the Ultrasound Pelvis test?

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You can manage your bookings through the MFine app. The app gives you an easy and quick option for changing the time and date of your appointment. You can undergo the test at the diagnostic centre in your rescheduled time slot.

Question 12

Can I take the Ultrasound Pelvis test during menstruation?

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Yes, the Ultrasound Pelvis can be performed at any stage of your menstrual cycle. 

To get the best test results, it is suggested that the scan be done at the end of a menstrual cycle. This Is because the lining of the uterus is thinnest at this point (4th to 9th day of your menstrual cycle).

Question 13

Can the Ultrasound Pelvis detect PCOS?

Accepted Answer

The Ultrasound Pelvis test can diagnose polycystic ovaries. However, it cannot definitively diagnose PCOS.

A polycystic ovary shows numerous follicles on the ultrasound image. Your healthcare provider may suspect PCOS if you have more than 20 follicles in each ovary. But this test can't indeed diagnose PCOS.

Question 14

Can the Ultrasound Pelvis detect the gender of the baby?

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The Ultrasound Pelvis test utilises high-frequency sound waves to create a picture on the screen. It only shows the image of the baby in the mother's uterus. During pregnancy, the first scan can't identify the gender of the baby. However, the test done between 14 and 22 weeks is when the lab technician might identify the gender of the baby.

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