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A 46-year-old female asked:
Pap smears and hpv always came back normal. had a complete hysterectomy in 2009 due to fibroid tumor. do i still need to have paps done yearly?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Scott Krameranswered
Gynecology 38 years experience
No PAP Needed: According to acog and other national societies after a hysterectomy with removal of the cervix (and no history of high grade pre-cancer); there is no value to continue paps.
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Dr. Yonatan Mahlleranswered
Obstetrics & Gynecology 14 years experience
No: After total hysterectomy (removing uterus and cervix) a patient only needs to continue pap smears if they had a previous abnormal pap smear due to hpv.
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Dr. Tarik Hadidanswered
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology 20 years experience
Yes: Yes it is possible but vaginal cancer is extremely rare and Pap smear is not recommended after hysterectomy unless you have symptoms..
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