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By Mayo Clinic staffDiagnosis of vaginal dryness may involve:
- A pelvic exam, during which your doctor feels (palpates) your pelvic organs and visually examines your external genitalia, vagina and cervix.
- A Pap test, which involves collecting a sample of cervical cells for microscopic examination. Your doctor may also take a sample of vaginal secretions to check for signs of vaginal inflammation (vaginitis) or to confirm vaginal changes related to estrogen deficiency.
- A urine test, which involves collecting and analyzing your urine, if you have associated urinary symptoms.
