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A 18-year-old female asked:

Does a colposcopy basically feel the same as a pap smear? i have to have one done in result of abnormal pap. kind of nervous...

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Dr. Wayne Ingramanswered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Pap with pinching: It is a similar examination as a pap smear but the biopsies of the cervix might produce some "pinching".

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I have tested positive for high risk HPV & abnormal pap so having colposcopy done. When should you do a repeat pap smear?

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