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If a woman is suspected of having hpv infection and needs to get a palvic exam every 5 years for the rest of her life to prevent vaginal cancer?

Q: if a woman is suspected of having hpv infection and needs to get a palvic exam every 5 years for the rest of her life to prevent vaginal cancer?

: No, not necessarily. After three negative Pap smears, usually no additional follow-up exam or testing is needed. Discuss with your gynecologist and follow her advice.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

No, not necessarily. After three negative Pap smears, usually no additional follow-up exam or testing is needed. Discuss with your gynecologist and follow her advice.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 1/22/2022

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A member asked:

If a woman is suspected of having hpv infection and needs to get a palvic exam every 5 years for the rest of her life to prevent vaginal cancer?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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