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Pap Smear
The Papanicolaou test (also called Pap smear, Pap test, cervical smear, or smear test) was invented by Georgios Nikolaou Papanikolaou. He was a Greek pioneer in cytopathology and early cancer detection. The PAP test is a screening test to detect possible pre-cancerous and cancerous cells of the endo-cervical canal. A plastic a speculum is used to open the vaginal canal, and an applicator is used to very gently collect cells from the end of the cervix. Special stains are added to the specimen, which is sent to a lab for processing. Cervical cancers are typically caused by sexually transmitted human papillomaviruses (HPV) which most females contract soon after first becoming sexually active. The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and other experts recommend starting screening at age 21 (or between ages 20 to 60, and definitely while sexually active. The test is not painful, though it can be temporarily uncomfortable.
460 Questions
Does a pap smear hurt after 3 days?
No! It shouldn't hurt at all, just be bit uncomfortable. You need to call your doctor. That's not right.
How often should pap smear be done and for whom?
Women 21 to 65 with no history of abnormal pap smear get cervical cancer screening about every three to five years. Talk with your health care provider for advice specific to your situation and health history.
Is Endometrial Biopsy same as Pap Smear for menopause?
An endometrial biopsy looks for cancer of the lining of the uterus. A pap smear looks for cancer of the cervix. They are different tests with different purposes.
Should you worry if you have reactive cellular changes in your pap smear result?
Reactive cellular changes on a pap smear result is an old-style result that is no longer used in the US. It is not a result that typically requires additional testing. Ask your health care provider for information specific to your result and pap history.
What are polymorphonuclear cells as result in a pap smear test?
Polymorphonuclear cells are white blood cells. These are a nonspecific finding on a pap smear result. Contact your health care provider to find out if any further evaluation is required in your specific situation.
Can i pentrate myself before a pap smear?
It's best to have nothing in your vagina for 24 hours before a pap smear.
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If a doctor does can pap smear and you don't know you are pregnant can the find out that you are?
Yes.
It's actually legal for the doctor to preform an abortion then and there, without your consent.
A drug test only tests the urine or blood for drugs. It is not tested for any STDs, so it will not show up in the results. A drug test is for drugs only.
When you get a drug test, you sign a consent form. That form should specify exactly what they are testing for.
If it is only a drug test, drugs will be the only thing that will show up.
What does it mean inf your pap smear results are irregular?
There are a wide variety of abnormal results that a pap smear can report. Contact your health care provider for more information on the type of irregular result you received.
What is the treatment for positive coccobacilli on pap smear?
If a woman has complaints of vaginal discharge or odor, than coccobacilli on a pap smear can be treated with vaginal cleocin, vaginal metronidazole, or metronidazole 500 mg tablets twice daily for seven days. If she has no complaints, no treatment is indicated.
What does pap results atypical cells with glandular growth mean?
ACG is the code for atypical glandular cells. Glandular cells produce mucus and are located in the cervix, they indicate a higher risk for cervical cancer. You doctor may want to perform a colposcopy.
Do you need to have pap smear before starting pill after giving birth?
Pap smears and birth control pills having nothing to do with each other. Pap smear screening is important for your health.
What is False negative and false positive in pap smear slide interpretation?
A false negative for a pap smear or any test means that the test result was normal even if an abnormality exists. A false positive means that the test result was abnormal when no abnormality exists.
How many different types of a Pap test are there?
All pap tests consist of a cervical smear and then different development techniques. As of now, there are liquid-based preparations as well as conventional slide preparations.
An ASCUS result on a pap smear means that the abnormal cells couldn't be called cancer or precancerous changes, but also couldn't be called normal. Women with ASCUS on their pap smear will have additional testing, depending on age and prior results. Talk with your health care provider to understand what followup is recommended in your case.
What medications interferes with a accurate pap smear test results?
Vaginal medications may affect accurate pap smear test results. Other medications do not.
Why am i tired all the time missed period abnormal pap smear?
A missed period and fatigue can be signs of pregnancy. Take a pregnancy test.
Had pap smear and found out you have something coming out of your cervix?
Ask your health care provider for more information on what's coming out of your cervix. The possibilities are pus, blood, mucous, and cervical polyps.
Can the bladder be damaged or its sphincter during a pap smear?
A pap smear cannot damage the bladder or its sphincter. The speculum may put some temporary pressure against the bladder. The sphincter is not affected at all.
It is advisable to have the pap smear and ultrasound, they should not affect your pregnancy in any way and will help detect any early abnormalities.These are not the likely cause of your miscarriages in the past, so I encourage you to have these done
What is the average turn around time for a pap smear?
Turn around time for a pap smear is the time it takes for your physician to get your test results from the lab. The time is measured from when the cervical sample (pap smear) is taken to when the results are reported to your physician. Labs are now offering 24-48 hour turn around times for pap smear results. This is a routine test and there is no reason why it should be rushed in most cases. When test results are rushed, more errors are made. A physicians office should not choose a lab based on speed, but often do.
