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What is a cervical smear test? is it easy?
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A PAP Smear: The cervical smear is a test for changes in the birth canal caused by human papilloma virus. If the smear is abnormal, these changes may lead to precancer or cancer of the cervix. Precancer can be treated before it turns to cancer. If abnormal, i would suggest you see a gynecologist.
Answered 2/2/2017
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Check for cancer: A pap smear is a test that is used to screen women for cervical cancer. First, the doc will ask you to undress from the waist down and lie on the table with your feet propped up. The doc will then insert a speculum into the vagina, which opens up so the cervix can be visualized. Next, the doc uses a brush to take a small sample of the cells lining the cervix, and the procedure is done.
Answered 10/3/2016
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