How to Have a Gynecological Exam

Schedule the appointment. Routine appointments should be scheduled at a time between your periods. The doctor will not be able to complete the full exam if you are on your period the day of your appointment.

If you are having an urgent problem, let the office know that. Schedule for the first available appointment. Proceed with seeking the medical care you need.
If this is your first gynecological exam, let the person scheduling the appointment know. Bathe or shower as you normally would. Take your bath or shower within 24 hours of your appointment, and avoid using products you would not normally use.

Avoid sexual intercourse for 24 hours before the exam. Irritation from sexual activity may cause some of the test results to be difficult to interpret.
Avoid feminine products prior to the exam. Do not douche or use any feminine deodorants, sprays, or creams for 24 hours before the appointment.