January is Cervical Health Awareness Month
The Pap test checks for abnormal changes in the cells lining the cervix. This allows early treatment before the abnormal cells become cancerous. Although regular yearly gynecologic exams is recommended; how often a pap is performed depends on your age and health history. Generally, women younger than 30 years should have a Pap test every 2 years. Women aged 30 years and older may have a Pap test every 3 years, if her high risk HPV (Human Papilloma Virus) test is negative. If you have certain risk factors, you may need more frequent Pap tests.
For more information, go to The Pap Test. or Human Papillomavirus
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