New Speculum Designs Aim to Improve Gynaecological Exams

Going to the gynaecologist can be scary and painful for many women.

Doctors often use a tool called a speculum to look inside the body.

New tools like Nella and Lilium are being made to make this easier.

Nella is slimmer and has a light, while Lilium is soft and can be inserted by the woman herself.

These tools are not very common in India yet, and most doctors still use the old, harder speculums.

Women can ask their doctors for smaller tools, more lubrication, and to go slower.

Doctors also play a big role in making the exam less painful by being gentle and understanding.

Even with old tools, a kind doctor can make a big difference.