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When do i have a pap? every year>every other year> when?
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Annualy.: Women should start screening when they start sexual activity, or at age 20, whichever comes first. Paps can be every 3 years after 2 consecutive negative annual (1 year) pap smears.
Answered 4/5/2012
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