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writes:i'm not sure if this is the right place to ask. but...what do people do in a smear test?i've heard you have to start having a smear test when you become sexually active.is that true? Reply to this Question
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reader, anonymous, writes (8 December 2006): A smear test only tests for unusual cells in the cervix - which can become cancerous if left untreated. A smear test is painless but a little uncomfortable, I am 22 and I had a smear test 3months ago - my nurse advised me they have just recently changed the age now and you will only get sent for if you are sexually active and you are 25 years old.
If you are sexually active and under 25 you will not get an appointment made for you as the percentage of women who get cervical cancer below the age of 25 is very low. If you are under 25 and sexually active it is a good idea to have regular check ups at your local family planning clinic. The staff at mine are very friendly - even if you want to go just to discuss something sex related and if they think youare at risk or something is wrong they will check ou out. Its competely free of charge and confidential.
Hope this helps xx
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reader, livinituk +, writes (7 December 2006):
a smear test involes a nurse/doctor inserting an instrument called a speculum into the vagina, allowing them to see your cervix, they then use summat called a spatula to wipe or scraped over the surface of your cervix to remove some cells. it sounds abit nasty and it can be uncomfortable but is usually painless. it is recommended that you have one when you become sexually active as it picks up any sexually transmitted infections and you can then get them treated but if you haven't had one before the age of 21 you will most likely recieve a letter from your G.P.
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