What tests check for vaginal nerve function?
Vaginal nerve function can be checked with clinical neurological exams, sensory testing, and sometimes specialised studies like nerve conduction or evoked potential tests.
Detailed Medical Explanation
Neurological assessment may include testing light touch, vibration, and reflexes in the pelvic area. Advanced tests—such as pudendal nerve terminal motor latency (PNTML) and somatosensory evoked potentials (SSEPs)—can assess nerve pathways. Imaging may be needed if a structural problem is suspected. These tests are performed by specialists. NHS: Peripheral neuropathy.
Clinical Context
Specialist tests are not always necessary and are done based on symptoms and initial exam findings.
Evidence-Based Approaches
NHS and NICE recommend structured assessment and referral to neurology or urogynaecology if neurological cause is likely (NICE CKS).