The doctor diagnoses the condition based on the following:

• Signs and symptoms observed,

• Vaginal examination,

• Certain laboratory investigations and

• Imaging studies.

Vaginal examination helps the doctor to assess the severity of the condition and determine the status of the other organs of reproduction.

Blood tests are advised to know the levels of different hormones and also as a routine investigation to rule out other abnormalities.

Ultrasound examination is used to confirm the diagnosis.⁴         

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Written by: Healthplus24 team
Date last updated: April 22, 2012