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Can you have a pap smear at age 15 if there is a history of cervical cancer?
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∙ 13y ago
I'm sure you can if you talk to the doctor about your worries. In fact, I think it would be good for you to talk to her about what worries you. It's very unusual to get Cervical cancer that young, even if there is a history if it in the family.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 9y agoYes, 15 is too young for a pap smear. Pap smears aren't recommended until age 21. Young women can see a health care provider, get a pelvic exam, start on Birth Control, etc., but there is no need for them to be screened for cervical cancer.
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∙ 8y agoYes, 15 is too young for a pap smear. Pap smears are not required for women under 21 years old. A pap smear is a screening test for cervical cancer. You may have need for an exam if you are having any gynecological symptoms. Ask your health care provider for advice specific to your situation.
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What age should your daughter get a pap smear?
Patients should start getting screened for cervical cancer at age 21.
Can a girl who has no sexual contact have pap smear?
yes... you can still carry cervical cancer or other diseases so a pap smear is required by the age of 21:)
What things can I do to avoid getting cervical cancer?
Cervical cancer is very difficult to prevent. There is now a series of shots to eliminate HPV (Human Papillomavirus), the primary cause of cervical cancer, but the eligible age for the shots is from 9-26. If you are in this age group, by all means, get the shots from your health care provider. Your best bet is to get an annual pap smear, which will check for signs cervical cancer.
When can you get cervical cancer?
at any age
Can you get Cervical cancer?
at any age
A pap smear is used to diagnose?
A Pap smear, also known as a Pap test or cervical cytology, is not used to diagnose a specific disease but rather to screen for abnormal changes in the cells of the cervix. The primary purpose of a Pap smear is the early detection of precancerous or cancerous cells in the cervix, specifically related to cervical cancer. During a Pap smear: Cell Collection: A healthcare provider collects a sample of cells from the cervix using a small brush or spatula. Laboratory Analysis: The collected cells are then sent to a laboratory, where they are examined under a microscope to identify any abnormalities. Detection of Abnormalities: The Pap smear is designed to detect changes in the cervical cells that may indicate the presence of precancerous or cancerous conditions. This includes changes caused by human papillomavirus (HPV), which is a major risk factor for cervical cancer. Screening and Early Detection: The primary goal of a Pap smear is to screen for abnormalities in the cervix early on, allowing for timely intervention and treatment before the condition progresses to cancer. It's important to note that a Pap smear is a screening tool and not a definitive diagnostic test. If abnormalities are detected, further diagnostic procedures such as colposcopy or biopsy may be recommended to confirm the presence of cervical abnormalities or cancer. Regular Pap smears are a crucial component of cervical cancer prevention, providing an opportunity for early detection and intervention. The frequency of Pap smears may vary based on factors such as age, risk factors, and previous results, and individuals should follow their healthcare provider's recommendations for cervical cancer screening.
Can you have a pap smear even if you are not sexually active?
No. A pap smear also checks for cervical abnormalities, infections or cancer, and is for all females who are 18+ years of age, or who have become sexually active earlier than that.
What is the test for cervical cancer commanly none as?
The test commonly known for screening cervical cancer is called a "Pap smear" or "Pap test." This test involves collecting cells from the cervix to examine them under a microscope for any abnormalities that could indicate the presence of cervical cancer or precancerous changes. Pap smears are crucial for early detection and prevention of cervical cancer, as they can detect abnormal cells before they develop into cancerous lesions. In addition to Pap smears, HPV (human papillomavirus) testing may also be performed as part of cervical cancer screening, as HPV is a known risk factor for cervical cancer development. Regular cervical cancer screening, typically starting at age 21 or as recommended by a healthcare provider, is essential for early detection and effective management of cervical cancer. Hridayica
The Papanicolaou test is used to detect?
Pap Smears detect abnormal cervical cells that may develop into cervical cancer. This is abnormality in cells is usually caused by HPV, human papiloma virus.Well, that's a question that has a short answer, and a longer explanation. The pap smear looks for damage due to high-risk HPV infection.The purpose of the pap smear is to identify patients who need further testing for cancerous and precancerous changes on the cervix. In the pap smear, a sample of cells is taken from the cervix and a specialist looks at the cells under a microscope (or a computer reads the result). In some cases, the health care provider may also request an test for high-risk (cancer-causing) HPV subtypes with the pap smear. Under the most recent guidelines for cervical cancer screening, this test is done for women 30 and over, or is added on in the case of a mildly abnormal pap (i.e. an ASCUS result). This test for high-risk HPV subtypes is not meant to tell you that you do or don't have HPV, but is only meant to highlight which patients need a different test schedule based on cancer-causing HPV subtypes.In the course of collecting a Pap smear, the health care provider can also request that the lab check for STDs. In some cases, a test for STDs such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, and trichomoniasis can be added on to the lab request and tested from the same swab. In other cases, a second swab is sent out for the infections, and a microscopic examination of the vaginal discharge can also be done to check from trichomoniasis.In rare cases, a pap smear may show infection with trichomoniasis, but a normal pap smear can not be assumed to mean no trich infection. In even rarer cases, a pap may show signs of herpes. Herpes will only show up if there's active infection on the cervix, and a woman with a normal pap smear must not assume that she does not have herpes.In summary:A pap smear is a screening test to find out what women need further testing to rule out cancerous or precancerous changes on the cervix.A pap smear may occasionally detect trichomoniasis or herpes, but a normal pap doesn't mean you don't have an STD.HPV testing during pap smears is not meant to tell you if you have now or have ever had HPV; it's only meant to detect high-risk HPV subtypes so that an appropriate screening schedule can be targeted to your needs.HPV testing is not done on every pap smear. Ask your health care provider about the cervical cancer testing plan that's appropriate for your age and Pap history.
Do you have to take a smear test if you dont want to?
The purpose of a pap smear is to detect pre-cancerous cells. Cervical cancer is caused by human papillomavirus (HPV). HPV is transmitted by sexual contact. If you have never had sex, then you don't need a pap smear. If you have had sex, then you need to get pap smears annually until approximately age 60. If by the age of 60 you have been getting regular pap smears, and have never had an abnormal pap smear, then the frequency can be decreased (at the discretion of your physician). The patient is the boss of her own health care (unless she's a minor, in which case the parent or guardian is the boss). Thus, you have the option of not getting a pap smear. You do need to understand, however, that if you have been sexually active, you could have contracted the virus that causes cervical cancer without knowing it. Without regular pap smears, you could develop cervical cancer without ever discovering it, and die. When precancerous cells are discovered on the cervix during a pap smear, the doctor can fix the problem to make those precancerous cells go away.
Are pap smear and smear the same?
A pap smear looks for signs of cervical cancer or precancerous problems on the cervix. It's meant to show which patients need further screening for these conditions. An HPV test done at the same time or just after the pap is typically done to look for high-risk (cancer causing) HPV subtypes. It may be ordered with or after the pap based on a woman's age, her pap history, or due to an inconclusive pap result. A negative HPV test in this context only says that the cervix is not infected with high-risk HPV subtypes; a negative test doesn't mean you don't have HPV, but just that there's no high-risk HPV on the cervix.
What is Pap stand for in Pap Smear?
A sample that is taken out of the cervix by your health care professional (doctor) when you reach a certain age (typically when you are sexually active), to ensure that there is nothing wrong in that area eg. cervical cancer, sti's...
