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anonymous
writes:Hi, this is for the girls to answer only!My mother has had her smear today - before today she had always said how 'unpainful' it was, there was just a little bit of discomfort and that is all. However, she came back from doctors today and said they've changed the equipment for extra precision in finding any problems AND she then revealed how painful it was for her, she said the pain was absolutely unbareable and she even bled with it! I know mine doesn't have to start for a good few years, but i'm really worried - you have to get these done EVERY 3 years from the age of 21 and i'm absolutely terrified!is there any alternatives? or do i just have to face the agony... Reply to this Question
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reader, anonymous, writes (5 June 2007): hi ya
i won't lie smears are painful i have tried to have it done 5 times and i can't bear it.
the only alternitive for me is to have it done privatly under saidation costing aroung £200
i really want this test done as i know it's important
i understand totally how you feel.but the good news is most women can have it done so you should be fine it's just a few of us that just can't take it.
all my friends have had it done and say they coped.
so please book that appointment and go for it.don't just not have it done you need to experience it yourself.
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reader, cuttieicy  +, writes (5 June 2007):
 I have tried once it really hurts but it very important for females to do it beacause it test whether you have cervical cancer and stds.It for your own good.
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reader, TasteofIndia  +, writes (4 June 2007):
 Hi there,
Pap Smears are uncomfortable, sure, but they're absolutely bearable. To make the experience a lot better, find a doctor that you like and make sure that he or she talks you through every step of the way. I find it's a lot easier for me if the doctors EXPLAIN what they're doing while they're doing it.
Don't worry, sweetness.
xxIndia
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reader, stina +, writes (4 June 2007):
 Hello anonymous,
Good grief. It is not that bad. Just talk with your doctor about it and I'm sure you'll feel better. And the threshold for pain is different for everyone anyway. What your mom considers painful will not necessarily hurt you. Keep that in mind. And if it does hurt, it's only for a second. You could also think about it this way - it's better than finding out that you have cancer at too late a stage to do anything about.
Take care.
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reader, chrissy32789 +, writes (4 June 2007):
 hun it will be ok, ive been getting pap smears for 8 yrs now and they really never bothered me only time they did was when they had to scrap me, sometimes they hurt but only for a second, it all depends on the doctor and what they are doing so dont be afraid.
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