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I go for annual visit tomorrow. should i have a pap smear again? it's been almost a yr.
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Ask the doctor: Most professionals still recommend getting a Pap once a year; though there are now many who consider you can go 1, 2, or even 3 years in some circumstances. The pros and cons are too long for this format: see what your doctor recommends.
Answered 2/11/2015
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