The Pap smear test is an important health screening test for sexually transmitted diseases (STD), i.e. Chlamydia, gonorrhea, HPV (Human papilloma virus) and the ever increasing cervical cancer. Pap test should be done annually to detect the presence of cancerous and abnormal cells in the body and prevent disease. Pap test is must for any woman who has reached age of 21 and this recommendation is approved by The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the American Cancer Society.
The vital reason for cervical cancer is HPV and some of the specific strains. The introduction and popularity of pap smear test has led to great reduction in cervical cancer cases throughout United States. However, outside US, it is still a major health concern for many of the people. Several cervical cancer vaccines have been introduced, important being the Gardasil vaccine which is being used for past few years. It provides considerable protection against risky HPV strains. Insurance programs also cover up vaccine for women or girls who are through this age. The vaccine session consists of three vaccinations, same as that of vaccinations of hepatitis B.
Patients often try to get away from the test, as they fear about various stigma attached to society. However, with increasing awareness the scenario has changed a lot. Patient can also suffer from nervousness during the test. The exam becomes difficult if patient is tensed as it can tighten up the pelvic muscles making test more difficult. Your doctor may help out of this situation if you are afraid of the test. Some meditations including deep breathing may help you out in this situation.
Visit the best health care provider, so that doctors their can guide you for various health screening test. Prepare some questions that you can ask doctor because often you tend to forget many things out of anxiety.
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