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Do only papsmear tests show cervical cancer, or can other tests show them as well?
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Pap is best: Pap smears are the best way to find a small cervix cancer. There are now some additional teatsbthat can be dine with the pap smear sample that can detect infections with high risk hpv. Larger cancers can sometimes be seen or felt on a pelvic examination or on imaging studies.
Answered 2/9/2013
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