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Wanting_to_know
Oct 21, 2011, 11:36 AM
Also, is it possible for the speculum to break by the vagina tighting because the patient gets tense during the exam?

Wondergirl
Oct 21, 2011, 11:43 AM
My doctor's disposable specula are made of a good-quality plastic, so none would ever break. Did this happen to you?

J_9
Oct 21, 2011, 05:42 PM
The doctor will use the size of speculum that fits comfortably in the vagina. If the vaginal vault is tight then a child's speculum may be used.

No, a speculum cannot break off into the vagina as it is either made with metal or high quality strong plastic.