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A member asked:
How often should i take the pap? i'm 22, sexually active since 15y/o, 4 partners. done 3 paps (normal) already and currently in 2 year relationship.
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Every three years: No pap recommended before age 21. The current recommendation for pap screening for women age 21-29 years is every three years with no HPV testing. The recommendation changes for different age groups.
Answered 11/6/2016
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