【一起学英语】第19期|General questions

D:Could you tell me when your last period was?

P:It was about three weeks ago.

D:Do you have a regular cycle?

P:Yes, it’s quite regular, it comes about every 28 days.

D:And how long do your periods last?

P:Usually about 5 or 6 days.

D:Would you say that they were painful?

P:I get some discomfort especially during the first 2 or 3 days but it’s not too bad.

D:Would you say that your periods are quite light, average or heavy?

P:I would say they are about moderate, Doctor.

D:Do you find you are using a lot of pads?

P:No, I can usually just manage with three or four a day.

D:Now, have you had a smear done within the last 3 years?

P:I had one done about 5 years ago, Doctor.

D:Do you remember the results of it?

P:Yes, they said it was clear.

D:Do you know how often you ought to be coming for a smear test?

P:I think it’s about every 2 or 3 years.

D:Yes, that’s right, although if there are any abnormalities on any of the smear tests you must come back more regularly than that. Do you have any pain or swelling you’ve noticed in your breasts?

P:Well, I don’t have any lumps, Doctor, but I’ve sometimes noticed that they get a bit sore, especially just before my period. Also, sometimes they feel a bit lumpy, but when I check them a few weeks later they all seem to have gone away.