A transvaginal ultrasound definitely sounds painful, but it definitely shouldn’t be. Here's what to expect before, during, and after.

The amount you may pay for a transvaginal ultrasound depends on your insurance plan and the type of coverage you have. Without insurance a transvaginal ultrasound can cost up to $600, Prabakar says.

When I got there, the tech asked me if I had ever had sex. When I said no, she told me that meant they couldn’t perform a transvaginal ultrasound.

WASHINGTON — Sen. Lindsey Graham's national 15-week abortion ban would likely force many women to undergo invasive transvaginal ultrasounds before terminating pregnancies, according to doctors.