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I had pap's test just before 15 days for vaginal infection.it came normal.no infectin..but still i am facing the same symptoms.again need to do it?
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No: The pap doesn't necessarily detect infections. If you are still having symptoms, you need to get this checked by your doctor specifically looking for infection.
Answered 1/5/2019
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Infection?: A pap test is not used for diagnosing infection, it is only for screening for cervical cancer. Other tests can be done during a pelvic exam to test for vaginal or cervical infections including cultures and wet mounts (examining discharge under a microscope). Follow up with your doctor and discuss what specific tests are being done and what types of infection they find.
Answered 3/26/2013
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