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This page was setup to answer the most commonly asked questions that we hear regarding cervical smear tests. If you have more questions, you need more information, or you want to meet someone face to face - we're always ready to talk and listen at Independent Nursing Practice! Remember cancer, of the cervix CAN be prevented, and as we all know "prevention is the best cure".Do I need a cervical smear test? If you are a woman aged between 20 and 70 you should have regular tests. You do not need to be tested if you have never had sex with a man. What is a cervical smear test?It checks that your cervix (neck of the womb) is healthy. The test can pick up changes in the cells which can occur without signs or pain. Some of these changes could develop into cancer if they are not treated.How often should I have the test?Every three years. When you have your first smear you should then have another one year later. After that you need a test every three years.Isn't the cervical smear just for young women?No. In fact, it's important for all women. And especially if you're over 35 and have never had a test. Or if you haven't had a test for more than three years. |
Do I need to be tested if I've had
Not usually, but you should ask your doctor.
If you ever had abnormal results in the past, you should have yearly
smear tests.
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